Barriers South 2009

Newhaven Fort View
Newhaven Fort View - 131 Design

Event Details

Photographic exhibition of the lost counterscarp galleries at Newhaven Fort

Barriers South is a series of five exhibitions at fortifications along the South Coast. The Newhaven Fort exhibition brings the lost counterscarp galleries back to life. The galleries are below the ground, immersed in darkness and damp. During World War II they were the officer’s recreation area: the walls were then painted after the War, by the Air Sea Rescue. For safety reasons these galleries are not open; and, due to damp, the pictures are disappearing. 131 Designs have photographed the galleries to make them accessible, and preserve them for the future. There will be a late night opening on 30 May, with the images projected onto the Fort and film screening. There will also be a talk about the Fort and a Royal British Legion trumpeter playing on the ramparts. Entry for the late night £2.80.

Dates and Times: 09/05/2009 - 31/05/2009, 10:30 - 18:00
Website: http://www.barriers-south.co.uk
Event Type: Exhibition
Suitable For Children: Yes
Web Only: No
Transport By Car: Yes
Transport By Train: Yes
Transport By Other Method: Yes
Transport Details: Train to Newhaven Town Station then 15 minute walk, or bus to Newhaven Town then 15 minute walk, free car parking at Newhaven Fort.

Accessibility

Accessibility Details:
  • Entrance Accessible
  • Disabled Car Parking
  • Accessible Toilet
  • Spaces Available
  • Induction Loop
  • Guide Dogs Welcome
Additional Accessibility Notes: The Fort in general is wheelchair accessible however due to the nature of the original building parts are not, and unfortunately this may prevent wheelchair users from viewing the exhibition.

Event Location

Address: Newhaven Fort, Fort Road, Newhaven, East Sussex, BN9 9DS

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Event Cost

Full Cost: £6.00
Concession Cost: £5.00
Family Cost: £17.00
Ticket Notes: Children £3.80 Cost includes full entry to Newhaven Fort and Military Museum Night film event on 30 May £2.80 per person: call organiser for more information
Booking: Not Required
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Organiser Information

Organiser: Minna Robertson/ Harriet Davies
Organiser Email: info@newhavenfort.com
Organiser Phone: 01273 517622
Organiser Website: http://www.newhavenfort.org
Organiser Minicom:
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