Where is Landguard Fort and how do I get there?

Landguard Fort is located on View Point Road, Felixstowe, Suffolk, IP11 3TW. For directions and travel information, visit the website.

What are Landguard Fort's opening hours?

Landguard Fort is open Thursday to Sunday, 10:00 to 15:00. It is closed on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays.

Is there parking at Landguard Fort?

Yes, parking is available at Landguard Fort. Check the website for further details on parking arrangements.

Is Landguard Fort wheelchair accessible?

Landguard Fort is wheelchair accessible. For specific accessibility information, the website has further details.

How expensive is a visit to Landguard Fort?

Landguard Fort is mid-priced, so neither the cheapest nor the priciest option. Check the website for current ticket prices.

How do I contact or book Landguard Fort?

You can contact Landguard Fort by phone on 01394 675900, or find booking and visit information on the website.

Suffolk · Heritage Sites

Landguard Fort

Landguard Fort heritage site in Felixstowe, Suffolk offers 300 years of military history, museums, and coastal views. Open seasonally with guided tours.

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Landguard Fort

Landguard Fort is one of Felixstowe, Suffolk's most significant heritage sites, occupying a strategic peninsula where the River Orwell meets the North Sea. Built in the 1740s, this star-shaped fortress has guarded the coastline through centuries of naval importance, from the Napoleonic Wars to World War II. Visitors can explore the fort's imposing bastions, underground passages, and period rooms while enjoying panoramic views across the estuary.

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ParkingWheelchair Accessible

Opening hours

Closed

MondayClosed

TuesdayClosed

WednesdayClosed

Thursday10:00 – 15:00

Friday10:00 – 15:00

Saturday10:00 – 15:00

Sunday10:00 – 15:00

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Halloween Trick or Treat at Landguard Fort 2026

28–29 Oct

Heritage Sites

Halloween Trick or Treat at Landguard Fort 2026

Landguard Fort28–29 Oct· 5pm–8pmFelixstowe

Children can go trick or treating through the fort's torch-lit passageways, collecting treats from costumed fort phantoms and posing in haunted photo corners along the way. It is designed for ages 3 to 12, with more giggles than screams, and costumes are encouraged. Entry is in half-hour slots…

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