Portchester Castle
Portchester, Fareham
Portchester Castle began as a Roman fort on the Saxon Shore, built to defend the south-east coast, and it still keeps most of its Roman walls. Visitors can climb the 12th-century Norman keep for views across the Solent.
Highlights
- Roman Saxon Shore fort walls
- Norman keep with views across the Solent
- Displays on prisoners of war from the Napoleonic wars
Good to know
- Tickets are valid all day, so you can arrive at any time within opening hours
- English Heritage members go free
- Book online before midnight the day before for a discount
Getting there
Portchester Castle, Church Road, Portchester, Hampshire, PO16 9QWParking: Check the English Heritage place page for parking details.
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