Wartime History at Nothe Fort with The WW2 Garrison

The WW2 Garrison are bringing wartime history to life at the Fort!

Throughout the day from 10am – 4pm, the WW2 Garrison Living History group will showcase the authentic duties carried out by the soldiers stationed at Nothe Fort during the Second World War. Learn about the daily life of a wartime garrison.

Featuring:

• Parade Ground marching drills
• Watch the Garrison practice their marching drills in the Fort’s Parade Ground Guard Duty
• Keep a look-out for soldiers stationed around the Fort – a perfect photo opportunity! Coastal Watch Patrols
• Join in with the patrols around the Ramparts (weather allowing Soldier School Recruitment
• Learn how soldiers enlisted during WW2, and try on some kit
• Anti‑Aircraft Gun Drills See how soldiers would have responded to enemy aircraft

Timings – There are no set times as this is a unique living history experience, the re-enactors roam around the Fort interacting with visitors.

This living history experience is delivered in collaboration with local young re‑enactors of the BLIGHTY TO BERLIN LIVING HISTORY GROUP, whose passion and knowledge help bring the era to life in a meaningful and engaging way.