HMS Victory
HMS Warrior 1860
Action Stations
Harbour Tours
The most famous warship in the world; the greatest British
The glory of the Victorian Age is embodied by
It’s a high-seas adventure
Get out on the water and see for yourself why Portsmouth
Naval hero of all time and the only surviving, battle scarred
HMS Warrior 1860. Cutting edge technology, radical design
when the story of the
is one of the most important harbours in the world and
sail from the Battle of Trafalgar make for a gripping story
and her dominant presence meant the “Black Snake” ruled
Royal Navy takes a
remains the home of the Royal Navy. Enjoy a 45 minute tour
about life on board HMS Victory in Georgian times.
the waves at the height of the British Empire. For many she
contemporary twist at
aboard one of our modern and comfortable boats. Listen to a
was the most significant warship ever built and yet became
Action Stations. There’s
lively commentary and have a relaxing drink or snack.
Nelson’s flagship is the world’s oldest commissioned warship
obsolete just a decade later. Hers is a fascinating story which
a climbing tower, lots of
Please note that Harbour Tours may not operate every day
and is still manned by Officers and Ratings of the Royal Navy.
captures the pioneering spirit of the 19th Century.
simulators and displays
during the winter months.
It’s a real blockbuster!
and an interactive science
Shopping
The Mary Rose
and technology gallery.
Take charge and fly
A wide selection of gift ideas particularly for those hard
Henry VIII’s favourite ship sank in
a helicopter and go
to find presents, souvenirs and books is available from
front of him in 1545 taking a full
into battle with the
retailers on site:
crew with her to a wretched death by
Royal Marines.
l The Mary Rose Shop l The Royal Naval Museum Shop
drowning. The crew is immortalized
It’s action-packed!
l Nauticalia l Antiques Storehouse
through their personal belongings
Purchases help secure the long term future of the ships
and the ship’s inventory. There’s
Royal Naval Museum
and museums.
exciting plans for the Mary Rose too,
The stories of those who have served in the Royal Navy
with a new museum on the horizon.
Refreshments
are told through the personal possessions and memories
Don’t miss the chance to visit in 2009
of the men and women who have dedicated their lives to
Choose from snacks, sandwiches, sit-down meals, desserts,
before the hull is temporarily withdrawn from public view.
safeguarding our Nation’s freedom. The Royal Naval Museum
morning coffee and afternoon tea.
The museum remains open throughout with imaginative
is one of the country’s leading maritime museums and its
l Boathouse 7 l Costa Coffee l Quick Crepes
interpretations of the ship.
collections and exhibitions celebrate Great Britons from
l The Georgian Tea Rooms l Action Stations (Seasonal)
Nelson to the lesser-known but equally dedicated ranks.
You can wander around our shops and enjoy our
refreshments on site without buying a ticket*.
hear
taste
the drama…
see the past…
smel the fear…
the action…
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