History

Portchester Castle

Portchester, South East England

A Roman fort with a Norman castle built inside it, right on Portsmouth Harbour.

Cost
Paid
Booking
No need to book
Time to allow
2 hours

The best preserved Roman fort walls in northern Europe stand almost to full height. You can climb the keep for views of the harbour and walk the grounds free of crowds. English Heritage run it and the church inside is still used.

Open
Check English Heritage for days
Getting there
Car park beside the castle
Vehicles
Fine in any car
Dogs
Dogs on a lead

Facilities

  • Toilets

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