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Go Back in Time—events calendar
The Go Back in Time program offers exciting and innovative ways to visit and experience some of the premier heritage sites in Moreton Bay. For further information, please contact Fort Lytton National Park on (07) 3393 4647 or email fort.lytton@des.qld.gov.au.
| Event | Activity description | Times available | Run by | Duration | Cost (includes GST) |
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"Fort Lytton at Night" A lost story from the Great War |
A unique promenade theatre performance, using sound and light, to bring the colonial fortifications to life. At the same time, you will be transported back in time and around the world, following the story of decorated WWI hero, Raymond Augustus Stanley (born and bred in Brisbane, who served at Gallipoli and the Western Front). |
2020: 31 Jan, 28 Feb, 25 March, 24 April, 29 May. More dates to follow. Bookings essential, call (07) 3393 4647 |
Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) |
75 mins |
Adult: $30 Concession: $25 Groups of 15+: $20 Not suitable for children under the age of 12. Bookings essential, call (07) 3393 4647 |
Fort Lytton Lantern Tour |
Experience a family-friendly guided tour of the historic fortifications after dark. Hold lanterns projecting ambient light and evocative sounds. This tour takes you through the momentous years in which Fort Lytton defended Brisbane from enemy attack. |
Dates and times available upon request. Bookings essential, call (07) 3393 4647 |
Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) |
75 mins |
Adult $15; Child $10 Suitable for all ages. Bookings essential, call (07) 3393 4647 |
“Holding the Fort!” Holiday Program
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“Holding the Fort!” is set in and around a real historic fort. It is a hands-on activity-based program run by professional actors, using drama to engage children in real learning and great fun. Suitable for children 6-12 years. |
2020 10am–12.30pm 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16 April 30 June, 1, 2, 7, 8, 9 July 22, 23, 24, 29, 30 Sept, 1 Oct Bookings essential, call (07) 3393 4647 |
Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) |
2.5 hours |
Children: $9.55, no charge for carers. Suitable for children aged 6-12. Bookings essential, call (07) 3393 4647 |
| Sunday guided tours of fortifications, quarantine station and museums | Let our guides take you through the historic ruins of Fort Lytton. Hear the stories that make this place special. Morning and afternoon tea available. |
Between 10am and 4pm Sundays and most public holidays. First tour at 10.30am and last tour at 1.45pm. |
Fort Lytton Historical Association | 90 mins | Free |
| Weekday guided tours of fortifications, quarantine station and museums | Let our guides take you through the historic Fort Lytton. Hear the stories that make this place special. Morning and afternoon tea available. |
Weekdays open for groups by appointment only. Contact Fort Lytton National Park on (07) 3393 4647 for further information. |
Fort Lytton Historical Association or QPWS rangers | 90 mins | Adult: $6.75 Child: $3.70 Concession: $3.70 |
| Cannon firing | Hear the big guns roar as the historic 64 pounder cannons are fired. | 2 Feb, 5 April, 7 Jun, 2 Aug. More dates to follow. Firings at 11am, 12 noon and 1pm. |
Colonial re-enactment groups from Brisbane Garrison Battery. | N/A | Free |
| Brisbane Open House | Explore Fort Lytton Historic Precinct and Lytton Quarantine Station. More details to follow. |
10 and 11 Oct. 10am to 4pm |
QPWS, Fort Lytton Historical Association | N/A | Free |
Remembrance Sunday |
Join us to remember the Armistice Day that ended WWI with canon firing, guided tours and more. | 8 Nov. Remembrance ceremony with cannon firing 10.55am. |
QPWS, Fort Lytton Historical Association, Brisbane Garrison Battery. | N/A | Free |
| Activity | Activity description | Times available | Boat trip | Run by | Duration | Cost |
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| Commercial tours | Commercial operators run day and night trips to St Helena Island. All guides are accredited by QPWS. | Bookings required. For all information including prices call: Brisbane Cruises—(07) 3630 2666 or 0407 500 843. Cat o’ Nine Tails Cruises—1300 438 787. |
Yes | Commercial guides | N/A | Price on application |
| Ranger guided tour of St Helena Island | Guided tour of the prison ruins, buildings, museum and cemeteries. | Ranger guided tours Saturdays and Sundays when rangers are available. For further information call (07) 3393 4647. Exact time weather dependent. |
No* | QPWS ranger | 90 mins | Adult: $8.20 Child: $3.70 Concession: $3.70 Family: $21.35 |
* Ranger guided tours of St Helena Island: visitors must provide own transport to the island.