Needles Old Battery Tour
Uncover the rich history and hidden secrets of The Needles Old Battery with educational and fascinating guided walks led by the knowledgeable team at Restore the Story CIC.
- Booking essential
- Admission applies
Discover the dramatic past of the Needles Old Battery on a guided tour with Jo and Steve from Restore The Story CIC. Sitting high above the famous Needles Rocks at Alum Bay, this 1860s coastal fort played a vital role in both World Wars and offers spectacular views across the Solent.
The tour explores its military history, surviving structures, and the stories of the people who lived and served at this remarkable clifftop site.
Times
The basics
- Booking number
Call 07955569766
- Accessibility
Adapted toilet and toilets available at Needles Old Battery. There are some steep slopes and uneven surfaces inside the Battery but they can be avoided. Visitors will need to pre-book their disabled parking space at the battery on 01983 754772
- Meeting point
Tours start inside the Needles Old Battery.
- Suitability for children
Children 12 years and older are welcome but must be accompanied.
- What to bring and wear
This is an outdoor clifftop site – please dress appropriately for the weather. Dogs are welcome but must be kept on a lead.
- Other
All Needles Battery guided tour tickets include half-price entry to the Needles Old Battery on the same day.
Upcoming events
Needles New Battery Tour
Uncover the rich history and hidden secrets of The Needles New Battery with educational and fascinating guided walks led by the knowledgeable team at Restore The Story CIC.
Round The Island Race at the Needles Old Battery
Experience the spectacle of the Round the Island Race from one of the most iconic points on the route – the Needles Headland – and enjoy an early clifftop breakfast at the Old Battery while you watch the boats go by.