Hackness Martello Tower and Battery

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Ticket categories Admission price
Adult (16-64yrs) £7.50
Concession (65yrs+ and unemployed) £6.00
Child (7-15yrs) £4.50
Family (1 adult, 2 children) £15.00
Family (2 adults, 2 children) £21.50
Family (2 adults, 3 children) £25.50

Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. 

Concession price: this applies if you can show proof that you’re aged 65+ or unemployed. Please note this does not apply to students.

Admission prices are subject to change.

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  • English Heritage, Manx and Cadw members get half price entry in your first year and free entry for renewal and life members. 
  • Carers who accompany visitors with disabilities receive free entry. Tickets are limited to two carers per transaction.
  • Have a Young Scot card? Pay just £1 to visit this site. You must show your valid Young Scot card on arrival (children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult).  

Opening times

1 April to 30 September: Monday to Thursday, Guided tours at 10.15am, 12 noon and 2.30pm. 

Closures

1 October to 31 March.

Adverse weather or other reasons beyond our control may cause a site to close. We advise checking ahead if the forecast is poor or you are making a long journey. Current unexpected and short term closures.

Opening times

1 Apr to 30 Sept:
Mon to Thur, Guided tours at 10.15am, 12 noon and 2.30pm. 

1 Oct to 31 Mar:
Closed

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