Artillery Recruitment Day
Sun 27 Sept
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The Artillery Recruitment Day will take place at Fort William on 26 September 2026. The event brings live firing demonstrations by the Nothe Fort Garrison and the Dorsetshire Regiment to a TBA venue.
<h2><strong>See live firing demonstrations by the Nothe Fort Garrison The Dorsetshire Regiment</strong></h2> <h2 class="html-h2 x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1vvkbs x1heor9g x1qlqyl8 x1pd3egz x1a2a7pz x1gslohp" tabindex="-1"><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs x1xmvt09 x6prxxf xvq8zen xo1l8bm xi81zsa"><span class="xt0psk2"> </span></span></h2> <p>Witness the Nothe Fort Artillery in their splendid uniforms and displays including musketry and cannon firing drills.</p> <p>Learn about the duties of the Garrison during the Victorian era and see the regiment in action. <div class="gap" style="line-height: 10px; height: 10px;"></div> <h4><strong>F</strong><strong>iring demonstrations will take place between 12pm and 2pm. </strong></h4> <div class="gap" style="line-height: 10px; height: 10px;"></div> <p> </p> <h4><strong>Noise Levels and Ear Protection</strong></h4> <p>Please be aware the cannon and musket firing can be quite loud. Ear defenders are available to borrow during the demonstration.<br /> Nothe Fort Staff will be walking the Parade Ground offering them to visitors.</p> <div class="gap" style="line-height: 10px; height: 10px;"></div> <h4><strong>ADMISSION INFORMATION:</strong></h4> <ul> <li> <h5>This event is included in the price of admission and is FREE with an Annual Pass.</h5> </li> <li> <h5><strong>What3Words Location for Nothe Fort: </strong><a href="https://w3w.co/dogs.claim.nest" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">dogs.claim.nest</a></h5> </li> <li> <h5><strong>Parking: </strong>parking is available outside the fort at Nothe Car Park (What3Words: <a href="https://w3w.co/mixed.stuck.serve" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">mixed.stuck.serve</a>)</h5> </li> <li> <h5><strong>Seating Provided:</strong> – There are seats all around the Fort if required while on site.</h5> </li> <li> <h5><strong>Food and Drink:</strong> The Fort View Café will be open for the duration of this event.</h5> </li> <li> <h5><strong>Dogs: We are a dog-friendly museum. We ask that all dogs remain on short leads at all times. Please expect to see dogs in the Fort during your visit. </strong></h5> </li> <li> <h5><strong>Wheelchair User Access:</strong> Nothe Fort is mostly wheelchair accessible and has a lift to all three levels.</h5> </li> <li> <h5>If you have any access requirements before your visit, please contact Nothe Fort ahead of your visit (01305 766626).</h5> </li> </ul>
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Frequently asked questions
Artillery Recruitment Day takes place on Sunday, 27 September 2026.
Artillery Recruitment Day is held at Fort William.
Tickets for Artillery Recruitment Day can be booked via nothefort.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Editorial Summary
The Artillery Recruitment Day will take place at Fort William on 26 September 2026. The event brings live firing demonstrations by the Nothe Fort Garrison and the Dorsetshire Regiment to a TBA venue.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Organiser’s full description
<h2><strong>See live firing demonstrations by the Nothe Fort Garrison The Dorsetshire Regiment</strong></h2> <h2 class="html-h2 x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1vvkbs x1heor9g x1qlqyl8 x1pd3egz x1a2a7pz x1gslohp" tabindex="-1"><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs x1xmvt09 x6prxxf xvq8zen xo1l8bm xi81zsa"><span class="xt0psk2"> </span></span></h2> <p>Witness the Nothe Fort Artillery in their splendid uniforms and displays including musketry and cannon firing drills.</p> <p>Learn about the duties of the Garrison during the Victorian era and see the regiment in action. <div class="gap" style="line-height: 10px; height: 10px;"></div> <h4><strong>F</strong><strong>iring demonstrations will take place between 12pm and 2pm. </strong></h4> <div class="gap" style="line-height: 10px; height: 10px;"></div> <p> </p> <h4><strong>Noise Levels and Ear Protection</strong></h4> <p>Please be aware the cannon and musket firing can be quite loud. Ear defenders are available to borrow during the demonstration.<br /> Nothe Fort Staff will be walking the Parade Ground offering them to visitors.</p> <div class="gap" style="line-height: 10px; height: 10px;"></div> <h4><strong>ADMISSION INFORMATION:</strong></h4> <ul> <li> <h5>This event is included in the price of admission and is FREE with an Annual Pass.</h5> </li> <li> <h5><strong>What3Words Location for Nothe Fort: </strong><a href="https://w3w.co/dogs.claim.nest" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">dogs.claim.nest</a></h5> </li> <li> <h5><strong>Parking: </strong>parking is available outside the fort at Nothe Car Park (What3Words: <a href="https://w3w.co/mixed.stuck.serve" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">mixed.stuck.serve</a>)</h5> </li> <li> <h5><strong>Seating Provided:</strong> – There are seats all around the Fort if required while on site.</h5> </li> <li> <h5><strong>Food and Drink:</strong> The Fort View Café will be open for the duration of this event.</h5> </li> <li> <h5><strong>Dogs: We are a dog-friendly museum. We ask that all dogs remain on short leads at all times. Please expect to see dogs in the Fort during your visit. </strong></h5> </li> <li> <h5><strong>Wheelchair User Access:</strong> Nothe Fort is mostly wheelchair accessible and has a lift to all three levels.</h5> </li> <li> <h5>If you have any access requirements before your visit, please contact Nothe Fort ahead of your visit (01305 766626).</h5> </li> </ul>
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Artillery Recruitment Day?
Artillery Recruitment Day takes place on Sunday, 27 September 2026.
Where is Artillery Recruitment Day taking place?
Artillery Recruitment Day is held at Fort William.
How do I get tickets for Artillery Recruitment Day?
Tickets for Artillery Recruitment Day can be booked via nothefort.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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