] Return to: Wrights Hill Fortress Homepage

 VISIT

 Wrights hill public works department and Army camp. Campbell St looking towards Messines Rd and Wellington harbor. 1950's
  Wrights Hill Reserve, where the Fortress is situated, is well worth a visit because of its grand 360 degree views from the summit, good bush walks and picnic spots.

 HOW TO GET THERE

 
  • Be in Wellington, New Zealand
  • Travel along Karori Road
  • Turn left into Campbell Street, just before the Karori Mall
  • Travel along Campbell Street to Wrights Hill Road, the last road on the right
  • Come up Wrights Hill Road to the top car park
  • There is plenty of parking space
  • The Fortress entrance is on the same level as the car park

 OPEN DAYS

 
  • Waitangi Day, February 6
  • ANZAC Day, April 25
  • Queens Birthday, June (first Monday)
  • Labour Day, October (third Monday)
  • December Open Day, December 28
On open days the fortress hours are 10am - 4pm.
(Hours extended to 5pm for ANZAC Day, 25 April 2004)

Moderate admission charges help with ongoing restoration:
Adults: $5, children under 15: $3, Family pass: $15 (up to 2 adults, 3 children).
(Prices current from April 2004. Prices are reviewed periodically and may change.)

Private tours by arrangement, any day of the week, depending on availability. Private functions available also.
Charges for private tours may vary. For Functions, please contact the Chairman.

See the the history of Wrights Hill Fortress