Welcome to the Redoubt - Eastbourne's hidden treasure

For over 200 years the Redoubt has stood ready to defend the Eastbourne coast. It formed part of a chain of fortifications built to deter Napoleon's forces in the early 1800s, and it still stands as a unique monument to that time. Garrisoned by troops until the early 1900s and again during World War II the fortress is now a suitable and atmospheric home to three exciting military collections...

Breaking News 19 April 2012: The Eastbourne Borough Council Museum Service has been awarded a confirmed grant of £72,000 by the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) for its exciting new project ‘Eastbourne Ancestors’ which will be the first of its kind in the UK.

Download the latest Museums Service newsletter to read more about the project.
Read Eastbourne Borough Council's press release about the award. [external link]

Events

We are now open for the summer season. Our new exhibition THE VISITOR runs until May 13.

Coming up...

Saturday 12 May, from 7pm
Museums at Night event: After Dark at the Redoubt
An evening of torchlight tours of the museum, free astronomy on the gun platform and charming silent fairy tale films perfect for just before bedtime.

Download the After Dark Flyer (PDF, 196kb)

Sat 2 / Sun 3 June, 10am – 4pm
Blackout & Bunting
Relive the 1940s at the Eastbourne Redoubt with historical re-enactors, vintage hair salon, make do & mend activities. Get your toes tapping at the Saturday night Swing Dance or come and meet Princess Elizabeth when she drops in to the Sunday Street Party.
Combined Event and Museum ticket - Day tickets: Adult £6, Senior £5, Child £4
Weekend tickets: Adult £10, Senior £8, Child £6
Swing Dance ticketed separately - £6 in advance / £8 on the door

More information about these, and other upcoming events...

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