Events at Fort Amherst
Tunnel Tours
Spirit Investigation
Tunnel Tours
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.
Ghost Tour
Spirit Investigation
Tunnel Tours
30th January 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.
Spirit Investigation
Spirit Investigation
31st January 2026
Experienced guides will help you investigate the paranormal potential at Fort Amherst – with plenty of spooky stories of the unexplained happenings here.
Chinese Zodiac Hunt
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February 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!
Mother's Day Breakfast
Mother's Day Breakfast
14th & 15th March
Treat you Mum to a delicious Kentish breakfast in the beautiful surroundings of the Cannon Cafe at Fort Amherst. Full English Fry Up or something healthier. The best bit you don't have to the washing up!
Sunday Roast
Mother's Day Breakfast
14th & 15th March
A delicious three course meal prepared freshly in the Cannon Cafe. Choose from homemade tomato soup, freshly cooked beef, salmon or chicken, followed by a handmade dessert.
Fantasy Festival 2026
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5th & 6th April 2026
On Easter Sunday and Monday, the historic tunnels of Fort Amherst will be transformed into a child-friendly fantasy world of make believe and science fiction.
Spare a Fort for Bees
2nd May 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.
4 Paws at the Fort
4 Paws at the Fort
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.
Afternoon Tea
Mindfulness Wreath Making
4 Paws at the Fort
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.
Mindfulness Wreath Making
Mindfulness Wreath Making
Mindfulness Wreath Making
17th January 2026
Join us for a mindfulness wreath making session with Not Just for Christmas Wreath Making. Ticket includes a cream tea and the opportunity to create a beautiful piece for your home, to create calm and beauty.