Events at Fort Amherst

Daily

 Come and discover how the tunnels were used during Napoleonic times for shelter, storage and defence. Also, discover the strategic role that the tunnels of Fort Amherst played during World War II as a base of operations. 

13th & 14th June 2026

 Returning for 2026 our weekend of woofy excitement for your four legged friends!

 Come and enjoy 2 fun packed days dedicated to our four legged friends.  With exhibitions, stalls, fun competitions and amazing activities for our canine best friends. 

Daily

   Treat yourself with a stunning Afternoon Tea, including a selection of delicious sandwiches, sumptuous cakes and of course a beautiful homemade  scone, topped off with unlimited tea and coffee or upgrade to unlimited Prosecco. 

20th June 2026

Join us for a unique experience meeting the Fort Amherst bees.

Discover the importance of bees, then don your beekeeper suit and get close up and meet them whilst they are hard at work.

20th June 2026

    Experienced guides will help you investigate the paranormal potential at Fort Amherst – with plenty of spooky stories of the unexplained happenings here. 

12th July - 30th August 2026

The Summer Proms, sponsored by Medway Council returns bigger and better for 2026.

Join us for an afternoon of live music.  Book a VIP Picnic or bring your own.  Dance the afternoon away every Sunday during the summer

12th July 2026

Join us for a unique experience meeting the Fort Amherst bees.

Discover the importance of bees, then don your beekeeper suit and get close up and meet them whilst they are hard at work.

Summer School Holidays 2026

  To celebrate Chinese New Year we are running an interactive hunt around the Fort.  Find all of the animals relating to the Chinese New Year and find out about their characters and win a prize!

28th August 2026

 Enjoy a spooky night time tour around one of Kent’s most paranormally active locations and hear tales of strange occurrences in the 300 year history of Fort Amherst.   

October 2026

Our brand new children's Halloween experience for 2026.

Perfect for children aged 5 to 10 years old.

  Learn spells, make potions, use your wand to help us banish the mischievous clowns to win a prize..  

October 2026

New for 2026 our 12A Halloween experience - Face Your Fears

Enter into a world where you will need to face your inner most fears. 

Recommended age is 12 + (18:00 - 20:00)

October 2026

 Our 18+ Halloween Experience.

Are you ready to experience our highest level of fear and anticipation?

Will you make it to the end?