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Location: Boarhunt, Winchester, Hampshire, South East England, England, United Kingdom

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1. View of Portsmouth – Wicor Marine and Houseboats loop from Portchester

12.2km

03:11

90m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Fort Nelson loop from Downend

8.01km

02:08

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3. Fort Nelson – View of Portsmouth Harbour loop from Portchester

6.71km

01:51

120m

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Kit P

August 3, 2021

Atop the escarpment of Portsdown Hill above Portsmouth lie five forts. Built during the Victorian era, these forts provided vital defence for the military harbour below. Fort Nelson is a six-sided Palmerston Fort, squat with red brick walls. After falling out of use, the fort was eventually sold to the local council to be renovated and reopened as a museum.

Today, the fort houses a fascinating array of cannons and other weapons, with live firing demonstrations and guided tours. You can also explore the tunnels within but don't forget a jumper because they can get rather chilly, so thick are the walls.

Stancombe

December 18, 2021

Free entry, but parking is £3 if you use the official one. Free if you park across the road. Very informative and well laid out museum.

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Location: Boarhunt, Winchester, Hampshire, South East England, England, United Kingdom

Fort Nelson

1. View of Portsmouth – Wicor Marine and Houseboats loop from Portchester

2. Fort Nelson loop from Downend

3. Fort Nelson – View of Portsmouth Harbour loop from Portchester

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