This event has been organised by The Rame Conservation Trust

Local expert Andrew Martin, along side the 32nd Cornwall Regiment of Foot, will lead visitors on a guided tour of Cornwall’s most picturesque 18th Century defences.

Local expert Andrew Martin will lead visitors on a tour of the Maker Heights defences, constructed in the 18th Century to ward of the threat of a joint Spanish and French invasion. At the same time, the 32nd Cornwall Regiment of Foot will be setting up camp at Maker Heights and demonstrating the skills required by an 18th Century Infantry Regiment.

The tour will last for approximately 90 minutes from 11:00 – 12:30. Attendees are asked to meet at the Visitors Centre at 10:45.

The Tour will begin at the Visitors Centre withing the old Barrack Block, only a short walk from the car park at Maker Heights. The walk will cover woodland paths and rough ground, so sturdy footwear is essential. Visitors must be physically fit and mobile.

Timings & Tours

Saturday 20 September: 1100-1230

Location & directions

Maker Heights, Millbrook, Torpoint, Cornwall, PL10 1LA

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement: Pre-booking required

Booking conditions: Please email info@ramect.org.uk to book your place Please arrive at 10:45

Booking email: info@ramect.org.uk

Accessibility details

The tour takes place over rough ground and rural footpaths, sturdy footwear is essential and the tour cannot be recommended for anyone suffering mobility issues.

Additional information

Some parts of the tour take place over rough ground so sturdy footwear is essential. Physical fitness is essential and unfortunately we cannot take visitors who suffer from mobility issues.

Max no of people per tour: 25

Est. tour duration: 1 hour(s) 30 minute(s)

Find out more here – A guided walk around Maker Heights Defences