Events

For high drama and explosive action, Fort Nelson is the place to visit! Enjoy large-scale historical battle re-enactments, exciting hands-on childrens activities and much, much more!

Daily Events

Don’t forget that in addition to the weekend and school holiday special events, we have an exciting programme of activities every single day, with gun-firings, guided tours and dramatic Historical Interpretations.

Select the date of your visit from our calendar below and see what events are on at Fort Nelson that day.


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Royal Armouries Grand Military Tattoo

Our annual military extravaganza!

06 September

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Did you know?

Paper bullets?

High quality drawing paper is often referred to as cartridge paper – before brass cartridges gunpowder and a ball were wrapped in paper of high quality for ease of loading the single shot muzzle loading guns.

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