On Sunday 14th September Newhaven Fort is proud to host its annual Battle of Britain Day event.  The gates open at 10:30 am with a programme of special events featuring throughout the day.

A Battle of Britain Memorial Flight will be just one of many highlights, as a World War II Dakota performs a spectacular flypast over Newhaven Fort *.  The view from the ramparts is always breathtaking and as the hum of their approach can be heard, visitors can almost reach out and touch the plane as it flies overhead.

The entertainment will begin at 11am with a concert by the Seaford Silver Band playing wartime favourites.  In the afternoon the Brighton Jive Dancers with the Swing-time Sweethearts will be performing a lively and nostalgic dance display in 1940’s costume, creating the perfect atmosphere.  Audience participation encouraged!

A living history society will be situated in the Grand Magazine displaying a WW11 first aid post, troop shelter and command post throughout the day.  Actors will be dressed in period uniform and will be present to answer any questions about their display.

A stunning photographic exhibition by 131 Design is also set to be launched in the Fort’s Romney Hut on the 14th.  The exhibition will run for two weeks and features dramatic images of war time past.

In addition the Fort will be hosting the annual Women’s Land Army reunion where guests will be travelling from all over the south to reunite and meet with old friends and colleagues.

 

* Subject to operational conditions 

Ticket prices –
Adults - £5.85
Children - £3.80
Concessions - £4.70
Family tickets - £17.00 (2 adults plus 2 or 3 children)