Spitbank fort is our Boutique Hotel in the sea. It can also be your own private island for Birthdays, Celebrations or Corporate away days. You will have your own dedicated Fort captain, Executive Chef and Fort Crew to help make your 24 or 48 hours onboard memorable. Drop anchor at Solent Forts for leisure, business, weddings or simply for a secluded getaway.
Be transported across the Solent and discover how these Napoleonic sea defences have been sympathetically restored and transformed to provide a venue like no other. Be taken on a VIP tour of this incredible listed ancient monument to decide how you want to spend your time onboard. Whether you're looking for a fun filled adventure or for somewhere to put your feet up and be pampered, this is one island you'll want to be marooned on.
Moor up alongside us to discover the remarkable history of these incredible fortresses and the beautiful waters of the Solent that surround them. From war barricades to Olympic sailing, and from the departure of the Titanic to the fantastic hotels and amazing venues that stand today.
Be transported across the Solent and discover how these Napoleonic sea defences have been sympathetically restored and transformed to provide a venue like no other. Be taken on a VIP tour of this incredible listed ancient monument to decide how you want to spend your time onboard. Whether you're looking for a fun filled adventure or for somewhere to put your feet up and be pampered, this is one island you'll want to be marooned on.
Moor up alongside us to discover the remarkable history of these incredible fortresses and the beautiful waters of the Solent that surround them. From war barricades to Olympic sailing, and from the departure of the Titanic to the fantastic hotels and amazing venues that stand today.
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Whilst this is encouraging for many businesses currently affected by the restrictions it does not change the Forts current position.
The Forts are a unique proposition, and present a lot of logistical challenges, as well as the normal hotel/restaurant operational requirements to meet current regulations.
We also need to be aware of our obligation to the Historical significance of our properties and the need to preserve their heritage.
As this situation is unprecedented, we are unsure when it will be safe to reopen, and we will continue to defer a reopening until there is no threat of further restrictions/forced closures and it is safe for both guests and staff, and we will be able to once more offer our guests the best possible experience.
The Forts are a unique proposition, and present a lot of logistical challenges, as well as the normal hotel/restaurant operational requirements to meet current regulations.
We also need to be aware of our obligation to the Historical significance of our properties and the need to preserve their heritage.
As this situation is unprecedented, we are unsure when it will be safe to reopen, and we will continue to defer a reopening until there is no threat of further restrictions/forced closures and it is safe for both guests and staff, and we will be able to once more offer our guests the best possible experience.
Redeeming a Solent Fort voucher could not be easier.
The step-by-step illustrations below will show you what you need to do.
If you are still experiencing difficulty with redeeming your voucher, please email for further assistance.
Step 1 - Visit our Offers and Experiences web page, where you will find a list of all our experiences.
If you have a monetary gift voucher you can redeem this voucher against any of our offers or experiences.
If you have an experience gift voucher, you will have to redeem this voucher against the designated experience e.g. an afternoon tea gift voucher.
The step-by-step illustrations below will show you what you need to do.
If you are still experiencing difficulty with redeeming your voucher, please email for further assistance.
Step 1 - Visit our Offers and Experiences web page, where you will find a list of all our experiences.
If you have a monetary gift voucher you can redeem this voucher against any of our offers or experiences.
If you have an experience gift voucher, you will have to redeem this voucher against the designated experience e.g. an afternoon tea gift voucher.
At Solent Forts the safety of our guests is paramount in all we do.
Due to the unique location of our Forts, the 'sea state' (wind waves, tides and swell) can affect the times we are able to travel, as well as the type of boat used to get all guests to their chosen venue safely.
Although rare, it may be necessary to postpone or cancel certain events if safe transit is not possible.
Due to the varying tides and currents affecting different parts of the Solent, transfers may even be possible to one Fort and not another.
Due to the unique location of our Forts, the 'sea state' (wind waves, tides and swell) can affect the times we are able to travel, as well as the type of boat used to get all guests to their chosen venue safely.
Although rare, it may be necessary to postpone or cancel certain events if safe transit is not possible.
Due to the varying tides and currents affecting different parts of the Solent, transfers may even be possible to one Fort and not another.
Our forts have a long and varied history dating back over 150 years.
Distinctive and unmissable by virtue of their size and shape, Spitbank Fort, No Man's Fort and Horse Sand Fort's history offers an intriguing insight into a bygone era, and demonstrates the expertise and skill that was needed to plan and construct these sea based defences.
The tale of The Solent Forts dates back over 150 years when fear of invasion by the French led by Napoleon III resulted in the commissioning of these sea based defences by British Prime Minister Lord Henry Palmerston.
Distinctive and unmissable by virtue of their size and shape, Spitbank Fort, No Man's Fort and Horse Sand Fort's history offers an intriguing insight into a bygone era, and demonstrates the expertise and skill that was needed to plan and construct these sea based defences.
The tale of The Solent Forts dates back over 150 years when fear of invasion by the French led by Napoleon III resulted in the commissioning of these sea based defences by British Prime Minister Lord Henry Palmerston.
Reaching our idyllic private island venues isn't as tricky as you may think.
From Central London to Portsmouth is a mere 1hr 30 minutes by train, you're less than a 30 minutes from being on one of our historic fort hideaways.
Portsmouth is located in the county of Hampshire, 19 miles south of Southampton.
The city has held naval significance for centuries, and today remains the largest dockyard for the Royal Navy where over two thirds of its fleet are kept.
As the only island city in the UK, you'll find leisure and history in abundance.
From Central London to Portsmouth is a mere 1hr 30 minutes by train, you're less than a 30 minutes from being on one of our historic fort hideaways.
Portsmouth is located in the county of Hampshire, 19 miles south of Southampton.
The city has held naval significance for centuries, and today remains the largest dockyard for the Royal Navy where over two thirds of its fleet are kept.
As the only island city in the UK, you'll find leisure and history in abundance.
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