Good museums generally have a combination of interesting stories and original artifacts. This brilliant site has both in spades, plus some great views. A fascinating series of rooms tell the tale from the Russia-scares of Victorian times through to comparatively recently. The exhibit on the Japanese submarine attack on the town in WW2 was particularly interesting. There are also some tunnels which require a guided tour. Easy parking on site and an interesting hour or two to be had for history buffs. Highly recommended.

This fort in its present state is relatively new. It also has historical significance for it fired 4 rounds at a Japanese submarine during WW2. The displays are well documented and hold lots of memorable items. Well worth a visit whilst in Newcastle.

My family visited Fort Scratchly on January 3rd and did the 2.30pm tour. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about sharing is wealth of knowledge of the forts history. He was very welcoming and we found the tour extremely interesting. A big thank you to the Fort Scratchly volunteers for all the work you do in maintaining this historical site. ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

interesting museum in the former fort at the entrance to Newcastle harbour. being on a raised area gives glorious views on Newcastle & the surrounding area. unfortunately to tunnels weren't open when we were there, but still worth the visit