Wrights Hill Fortress

“When I was a young boy, I lived in Karori. We, as kids, used to walk up Wrights Hill and be able to access the guns. As we were small were able to gain access by sliding under the edge of the turret, along the ground, to a small hatch. Once in the turret we could access one of the tunnels. With torches we would walk for ages, marking our way back with arrows. It was an Aladdins cave of what would now be memorabilia, full of rooms with military stuff and I wish I could have taken photos. This was in the 50's. It is a pity the guns were dismantled as they would have been if more interest restored than just a concreted hole in the ground connected to tunnels. Maybe it had become a safety issue but boy they were magnificent when they were actually there.”

“Glad I finally got to come here. Came in April during Easter (or was it Waitangi?), but they charged $10 cash with no digital option, which led me (and many others) to turn back around. This time, I came armed with my $10 cash & they also accepted bank transfer! So good! Really cool getting to see the fortress in all its quirks and glory. They had set up rooms with guns and ammunition, radio room, engine room, and some good chats. Loved the realistic cosplay / real army guys. Appreciated all the paths we were able to go down. Hopefully, more paths will be open next time! I was disappointed by the lack of sausage sizzle, but understood due to weather. I will return in the near future when it is open again.”

“​Visited Wrights Hill Fortress today and loved every bit of it. Exploring the historic underground military tunnels and emplacements was super cool. ​Practical-wise, it couldn't be easier to visit, there is plenty of spacious parking right near the summit. The views from the top are gorgeous, stretching across Wellington harbour and the surrounding hills. Huge thanks to the volunteers keeping this place going! A must-visit spot in Karori.”