Family Fun Day 2025

Sunday 22nd June

11am – 4pm

Fort Purbrook

Peter Ashley Lane, Portsdown Hill Road,  PO6 1BJ

Adults £7* | Under 16’s Free (*incl online booking fee)

THE COUNTDOWN IS ON…

2025/06/22 11:00:00

Tickets in Advance Only

Simply Click the button below to buy your tickets via Eventbrite

 Remember Adults £7* and Children Under 16 free (* incl online booking fee)

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Family Fun Day is back . . . . . and better than ever!

On Sunday 22nd June we are opening the Fort Purbrook gates again to welcome our community to our Open Day.

Here’s a sample of what you can do . . . . .
✔️Test your accuracy at Archery
✔️Practice your aim in the Rifle Range
✔️Keep your balance on the Junior Assault Course
✔️Get competitive with Laser Tag in the moat
✔️Watch the Saddle Club in the Arena display
✔️Sing along to Ready to Rock
✔️Entertain your under 5’s in our Soft Play Area
✔️Ride one of the ponies
✔️Get involved in the Kids V Staff Tug of War at the end of the day.
✔️experience the sights, sounds and smells of an Anglo Saxon encampment with historical reenactment group, Herigeas Hundas!
✔️cheer at the exciting display from Victory Dogs Agility Display
But that wont be all. . . .
There’ll be an opportunity to understand more about the heritage of this Palmerston Fort by joining a mini tour including the tunnels.
Of course you could just pull up a hay bale and enjoy something from a food vendor or pop up café.
There will be parking available in the fields but we do recommend car sharing or using public transport.
This your chance to support your local Charity in it’s commitment to your community.
Please note that this year it’s TICKETS IN ADVANCE ONLY – just click on the button below.
What to expect:
  • Arena Displays

  • Have a go activities

  • Soft Play for the Under 5’s

  • Café / Food Vendors

  • Stalls 

  • Tour the Tunnels

  • Music & Performance
Great activities for you to try:
  •  Judo

  • Laser Tag 

  • Archery 

  • Rifle Shooting

  • Climbing 

  • Assault Course 

  • Pony Rides 

Some images from previous Family Fun Days…

Family Fun Day FAQs

What time does the Fun Day start and finish?

Our gates open at 11am and the day finishes at 4pm.

Is there parking available?

Yes, there will be limited parking in the adjacent fields. ( approx. 600 spaces)

Please note the ground is uneven.

This is on a first come first served basis.

We strongly recommend car sharing or using public transport.

Is there a charge for parking?

No charge for parking.

Donations always welcome!

What public transport is there?

Local buses are number 7 and number 20 which stop at the bottom of the lane in Crookhorn Lane.

Nearest train stations are Havant or Cosham.

Is there disabled parking?

Yes, disabled parking is available. Please note that there is a short walk to the entrance and the parade ground is up an incline.

What time are the Taster Tours?

Our guides will be running taster tours of the tunnels – spaces will be limited.  Sign up at the Information Tent.

Due to the nature of the tunnels and terrain, we advise sturdy footwear.

We will post timings nearer the day.

* Donations welcome *

Is the Fun Day accessible for disabled and those with additional needs?

Yes, Fort Purbrook parade ground is accessible for wheelchairs.  Disabled toilets are available.

Please not that due to the nature of this Victorian Fort there are uneven surfaces and inclines.

Who do I contact for ticket questions including if I have not yet received my purchased tickets?

For any ticket queries including if you have already purchased tickets, contact our ticket partner Eventbrite.

Can I go back and forth to the car park?

Yes.  You will be given a wristband when you leave to enable you to get back in.

How do I buy tickets?

Tickets will ONLY be available in advance via the link to Eventbrite.  Tickets are non-refundable as per the event terms and conditions.

Tickets will not be available on the day.

What do I need to know about the Pony Rides?

  • £1 per ride
  • be prepared to queue as the pony rides are very popular
  • suitable for children age 4 and over
  • 11st weight limit applies

Rides will start at 11:30

The queue will close at 15:00

Can I pay by credit or debit card at the Fun Day?

The food stalls will accept card payments but please bring plenty of cash as well.  There are no cash machines on site.

Can I bring my dog to the event?

Friendly dogs are welcome providing they are well behaved and kept on a lead at all times.

There are livestock ( sheep and horses) at the Fun Day.

Should your dog become a nuisance to others or the livestock, you will be asked to leave.

Please clean up after your dog!

What happens if it rains?

The Fun Day will go ahead come rain or shine.

Only in the event of a storm will we consider cancelling.

We will post updates on social media and to the ticket holders.

What do I need to bring?

Bring all the family ready to have fun!

We advise to dress for all weathers (the tunnels can be chilly even mid summer)

Open toed sandals and crocs are not suitable for taking part in our activities.

Something to sit on e.g. picnic blanket and a refillable water bottle.

Are the activities free?

The pony rides are £1 however all the other activities run by PAAC are free. There will be stalls e.g. face painting, coconut shy that will have a charge.

When do I receive my tickets?

Tickets should be received by email within 5 minutes of purchase. ( check junk/spam folder)

Contact Eventbrite if you still haven’t received them.

Is there food and drink on site?

Refreshments will be available to purchase in our pop up café, including tea, coffee, filled rolls and sweet treats. Fresh oven baked pizzas and burgers and ice cream from the van will be available from our food vendors on the Parade Ground.

Come and join us for our annual Family Fun Day Out…

Buy your tickets now

Simply Click the button below to buy your tickets via Eventbrite

 Remember Adults £7* and Children Under 16’s FREE (*incl online booking fee)

Important Info . . .

  • Children under 16 are free. They will still need a ticket and must be accompanied by an adult over 18 years old.

  • No alcohol will be sold at our Fun Day.

  • For your security, bag searches may take place upon entry.

  • The Fun Day will go ahead rain or shine. 

  • ADVANCE TICKETS ONLY – no tickets available on the gate.