Opening Times & Tickets
Landguard is a destination in its own right, comprising a wide range of attractions. It includes the impressive Grade 1 listed Landguard Fort and the fascinating Felixstowe Museum which both have seasonal opening times and make a charge for admission, with great value joint ticketing also available. Landguard Fort is also open for a number of popular ticketed events out-of-season.
LANDGUARD FORT
Landguard Fort tickets include a free audio tour around the site.
Tickets can either be booked in advance or purchased on arrival
Adults £8.50
Children (5-17 years) £5.00 – Children (under 5 years) Free
Concessions (Over 65 & Students with a Student ID Card) £7.80
Carers (assisting companions of disabled members or visitors) – Free
English Heritage Members, CADW, Historic Scotland and Manx National Heritage members with valid membership card – Free (unless ‘special event’ pricing applies)
Please note: Prices may be different for special events, and for some special events, English Heritage adult members will be charged £3.50 admission.
Open weekends until March 30th
then Open every day for Easter Holidays
After Easter: Thursday – Sunday during term time
Every day (during school holidays & Bank Holiday Mondays)
Entry: 10am to 3pm (site closes at 5pm)
Season ends November 2nd 2026
Landguard Fort (postcode IP11 3TW) is located at the end of View Point Road, adjacent to public parking and Number 77 bus stop.
Get even more out of your visit with a guided tour
Our guides at the Fort really bring the place alive and are just perfect ideal for those who appreciate all those special insights, additional information and interesting anecdotes. We offer a full range of guided tours and special interest tours – why not find out more?
Not sure a guided tour is for you?
Would you prefer to explore at your own pace?
Download our FREE Multi-media Tour Guide to your smartphone or Tablet and then simply use the guide during your visit to find out more about the Fort and its Exhibits.
FELIXSTOWE MUSEUM
Felixstowe Museum and the Beehive Café
Tickets are available for purchase at the museum ticket office only
Adults £5.00,
Children £1.00, Under 5 years free
Carers (assisting companions of disabled members or visitors) – Free
English Heritage Members (showing a valid membership card) : £4.00
Easter to 1st November 2026
Thursday – Sunday & Bank Holiday Mondays
11am to 5pm (last entry 4pm)
(no ticket required to visit the Beehive Café)
Felixstowe Museum (postcode IP11 3TW) is located between Landguard Fort and The View Point/ Port
UNLIMITED ACCESS ANNUAL TICKET
Landguard Fort & Felixstowe Museum
Get UNLIMITED ACCESS to both the Fort and Museum for 12 months during the season (T&Cs apply*).
These tickets can only be purchased at the ticket offices from either Landguard Fort or Felixstowe Museum.
£13.50 Adults
£6.50 Children
£12.00 Concession
Thank you for visiting Landguard responsibly
LANDGUARD NATURE RESERVE
Site of Special Scientific Interest
Access points, Fort / Manor Terrace with parking
Useful Links
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THE VIEW POINT CAFÉ
John Bradfield Viewing Area
The View Point includes a visitor centre with displays and videos, a 60 seater café and public toilets. Please note that the cafés are now cashless businesses, so payment is by card.
View Point Kiosk (located in car park) – Open summer season, subject to weather.
The View Point is located at the end of View Point Road, Felixstowe IP11 3TW. Please note that there are charges for parking at the viewing area adjacent to the café and other facilities.
The View Point Café – Open Daily 9am – 4pm
The Harwich Harbour Ferry – Daily Service April – Oct
Runs between Shotley – Harwich & Felixstowe hourly.
Departs directly from the beach near the View Point Cafe.
Operation subject to safe conditions
*Annual Ticket T&Cs
Ticket valid on all normal opening days but not including events with event specific tickets E.g. Halloween and Christmas events. Application is at the Management’s discretion.
