Archaeologist, journalist and artist Christine Finn opened up her parents' house in Deal last year
and sparked fascination and nostalgia. For architecture08, Christine has taken exploration of the family
home and its meaning a stage further.
The Art of Architecture at Newhaven Fort
28 May and 31 May: tour around Newhaven Fort, highlighting the architectural details which will be used for inspiration in the workshop that follows with a local artist using mixed media. Suitable for 7 years upwards. 14.00-16.00 1 June, 12.30: tour of the counterscarp galleries. Underground galleries with paintings dating from WWII, which were made by the Air Sea Rescue stationed at the Fort. Please note that there are many steps to negotiate.
Where and when?
Fort Rise
Newhaven
East Sussex
BN9 9DS
Tickets and booking
Booking for this event is essential.
Additional information: Normal entry price to the Fort applies but activities are free of charge. All events must be pre-booked: telephone 01273 517622
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This event is suitable for children
Accessibility
The following accessibility aids are available at this event:- entrance accessible
- disabled car parking
- accessible toilet
- wheelchair access
- induction loop
- guide dogs welcome
Additional information: Please note that the architecture tours followed by workshops are wheelchair-friendly, but that the counterscarp galleries are not accessible to wheelchair users.
