COALHOUSE Fort in East Tilbury is hosting an open day on Monday (May 2).

The fort will be open from 11am to 4pm, and there will be free guided tours of the Victorian tunnel system and roof defences, as well as military vehicles to look at.

Entry is £3 for adults, £2 for concessions, and 50p for children aged five to 16.

For more information go online to www.coalhousefort.co.uk.