Fort Widley

General information

The Peter Ashley Activity Centres provide a fantastic mix of physical and academic activities including: Archery, Air Rifle shooting, Assault Courses, Climbing, Horse Riding, Initiative Testing, Holiday Activities, and Team Building.

The Centres provide unique and interesting venues where both individuals and groups can participate in a variety of activities in an outdoor and historical environment, In the development of the centres, the committee is bringing life back to these Victorian Forts and is preserving them as part of the heritage for the future. The centres are currently seeking funding to build on progress, to improve and expand facilities and further establish the centres as an integral part of the local community. New projects will promote innovative and exciting learning opportunities and include Project ESCAPE which will work with young people across the region particularly the disadvantaged.

Situated on Portsdown Hill with magnificent views of Portsmouth, Southsea and many local tourist attractions, the Forts offer residential packages with dormitory accommodation and a choice of meal arrangements, or camping on the large grassed parade areas.

The centres are open all year round to welcome schools, colleges, clubs, youth groups and individuals of all ages.

We invite you to come and experience the unique atmosphere at Fort Purbrook and Fort Widley!