Portland Castle

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Portland Castle

Portland Castle is one of Henry VIII’s coastal artillery forts, built to defend Portland harbour. Its squat rounded seaward form was designed to deflect an incoming cannon shot. 

You can trace the fort’s long and varied story through presentations, interactive exhibits and an audio tour.  

Be sure to visit the Tudor kitchen, armoury and gun decks. The Governor’s Garden is a perfectly sheltered spot to enjoy dramatic sea and harbour views, and you can enjoy refreshments in the Captain’s House Tearoom.

English Heritage Membership
English Heritage is guardian to some of the nation’s most treasured and iconic buildings and monuments, including Stonehenge, Tintagel Castle, Osborne, Hadrian’s Wall and Dover Castle. English Heritage champions our historic places and advises the Government and others to help today’s generation get the best out of our heritage and ensure that it is protected for future generations.  

From only £42 for a whole year, English Heritage members enjoy unlimited access to over 400 historic properties across the country, a whole year’s worth of fun days out, free entry for up to six accompanying children per adult member, free or reduced-price entry to exclusive members’ events giving you access to our experts and a glimpse behind the scenes, exclusive Members’ Magazine four times a year with in-depth features about our properties and wider work, which also includes a nationwide events guide, a free handbook to help plan your next exciting day out, special offers, discounts and competitions for a great variety of products and experiences, and an English Heritage car sticker.

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