Description
Experience Steynewood High Angle Battery after dark on this special one-off evening tour.
For our final Steynewood tour of the year, we are doing things a little differently. Rather than visiting during daylight, this special evening tour will take place by torchlight, with some additional lighting and a few extra stories to add to the atmosphere of this remarkable Victorian fortification.
The tour itself remains very much the Steynewood experience you know and love. You will explore the underground magazines, discover the fascinating story of the Battery and its role in the defence of the Solent, see the famous Thornycroft Testing Tank, and hear about the people and events connected with the site.
However, seeing the Battery in the evening gives the site a very different feel. The fading daylight, underground spaces and torchlight make this a particularly atmospheric way to experience one of the Isle of Wight’s most unusual military sites.
There will be a few additional stories and details along the way, including some of the stranger and more unusual aspects of the site’s history, but this is not a heavily themed or theatrical Halloween event. It is an opportunity to experience the Battery and its history in a rather different setting.
The tour will last approximately 60–90 minutes.
Booking essential
This is a one-off evening event and places are limited. Our daytime Steynewood tours have sold out this year, and last year’s evening event also sold out, so advance booking is strongly recommended to guarantee your place.
ℹ️ Important Information
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Age: 12+
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Tour length: Approximately 60-90 minutes (depending on group size)
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Parking: Free parking available
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Arrival: Please do not arrive more than 15 minutes before the event
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Start time: Tours begin promptly at the ticketed time
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Other dates: This is the last tour of 2026
If you have questions before booking, please get in touch with us using the Contact Us form.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Are there toilets on site?
Unfortunately, we do not currently have toilet facilities on site.
Can I bring my dog?
Sorry, dogs are not allowed on site, with the exception of registered mobility/assistance dogs.
What footwear should I bring?
Sturdy footwear is required, as some surfaces are stepped, sloped, and uneven.
Is the site wheelchair accessible?
Unfortunately, due to the age and design of the site, it is not wheelchair accessible.
How long does the tour take?
The tour lasts approximately 60–90 minutes, depending on group size.
📍 Location:
Steynewood High Angle Battery
Hillway Road
Hillway, PO35 5PG
Southern Vectis operate the No.8 bus on this route with the nearest stop being ‘Kingswood Centre’.
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An unusual way to experience Steynewood
Steynewood High Angle Battery is not generally open to the public and forms part of a private residence. Access is strictly by pre-booked guided tour only. Please do not visit the site outside of the organised tour.
Come and discover Steynewood after dark — a little different from our usual daytime tours, and a memorable way to bring our 2026 Steynewood programme to a close.