Guided Walks at the New Battery

The Needles Old and New Battery

The Needles Old and New Battery, West High Down, ALUM BAY, Isle of Wight, PO39 0JH
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Join our guides on a journey through time and discover the history of the New Battery.

Learn why the New Battery was built and what life was like here during World War II, including its vital role in radar operations.

Hear fascinating stories about shipwrecks in the bay and the lighthouse that once stood on the cliffs. Then, journey to the High Down site, where Saunders-Roe - a pioneering aviation and engineering company - helped shape Britain’s space programme. Learn how they built and tested rockets, leading to the historic launch of Prospero, the UK’s first satellite.

Next, explore the New Battery’s former ammunition storage area, where ground-breaking advancements once took place.