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Slough Fort

Hidden Gem

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Activities

Best Time To Visit

Woodland, Urban

Walking, Photography

Year round

Photo: David Anstiss via Geograph.org.uk

Slough Fort is a Victorian artillery fort at Allhallows, on the Isle of Grain in Kent, built to guard the approaches to the Thames estuary. A brick, D-shaped fort ringed by a dry moat, with two later wing batteries added to either side, it once mounted heavy guns aimed out over the river. It stands ...

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Parking nearby

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Food Spots nearby

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Staycations nearby

Parking:

Food:

Staycations:

2 day, 8 overnight

Fellini's Dolce Vita, Piccolo's Restaurant

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FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Slough Fort?
Kent's coastline hosts this maritime fortification right along the edges of the river Thames. Walkers often spot the brick structures while exploring the public coastal pathways nearby.

What type of place is Slough Fort?
Slough Fort is a historic artillery fort along the river Thames in Kent.

When is the best time to visit Slough Fort?
Autumn mornings provide brilliant visibility for scanning across the wide estuary waters. Mild weather during these months also makes exploring the unpaved paths much more comfortable.

What can you do at Slough Fort?
Guided tours take you deep into the chilly subterranean corridors and empty semicircular gun positions. Photography enthusiasts also capture wonderful views of modern cargo vessels from the solid brick ramparts.

How long should I spend at Slough Fort?
Allocating roughly two hours provides plenty of time to explore the underground vaults and old ammunition magazines. People who want to combine the trip with a longer coastal ramble usually stay for the whole afternoon.

Where do I park at Slough Fort?
Space for ten vehicles sits close to the site, offering two day and eight overnight spots. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Slough Fort?
Fellini's Dolce Vita and Piccolo's Restaurant offer two eateries in the immediate area. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I stay near Slough Fort?
There are no staycation spots recorded immediately near Slough Fort, check the UK Hidden Gems app for the nearest options.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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