Historic Wrights Hill Fortress - Guide Yourself
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Bring friends and family to the Wrights Hill Fortress Open Day on Labour Day Monday 28th October. History and family entertainment.
A self-guided one-hour tour of the maze of tunnels under Wrights Hill in Karori is a must for all visitors. Witness the bold plans New Zealand made for protecting Wellington the capital city, from enemy invasion or bombardment in the Second World War.
See the efforts of the volunteer Restoration Society has made over the past 35 years. Historical photos and a DVD of a huge 9.2-inch gun firing, plus weapons displays. Limited car parking. Free map and history pamphlet.
Health & Safety
Stout footwear required, no jandals, no running or jumping on steel plates allowed. Bring a torch for some fun, but fully lit inside. Warm clothing advised. Unsuitable for wheelchairs or pushchairs. Parents must take responsibility for carrying infants. Not advised on concrete steps and stairs. A continuous siren indicates careful evacuation.
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Event times
10am-4pm Mon 28 Oct
Cost: Family =$20.00, Adult =$10.00, Child = $5.00