Newhaven Fort
Newhaven, East Sussex
Image: Newhaven FortNewhaven Fort is East Sussex's largest fort, on the coast between Brighton and Eastbourne. Exhibitions cover Sussex history and both world wars, there is an interactive timeline and an immersive escape room, and children can let off steam in the adventure playground. A café and gift shop round off the visit.
Highlights
- Exhibitions on Sussex history and the world wars
- The Lucky Escape escape room
- Adventure playground
- Interactive timeline
- Café and gift shop
Good to know
- The 2026 season ends on 1 November
Getting there
Newhaven Fort, Newhaven, East Sussex, BN9 9DS
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