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Take part in our historical Magical Mystery Tours for an entertaining, story-filled journey through the hidden secrets and legends of the Royal Navy. Join us for a family friendly adventure where history meets mystery! Visitors gather at the Visitor Centre at set times throughout the day to begin their adventure. Where you’ll go next is […]
Sharna Bennett
25/03/2026
Ahoy there. You might arrive at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard with the noble intention of “a bit of culture.” Maybe some light learning. A quiet wander. A sensible coffee. Let’s manage expectations. This is not that kind of day. Welcome to the entirely serious, absolutely responsible guide to exploring Portsmouth Historic Dockyard as a fully grown […]
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17/03/2026
A family day out in Portsmouth this Spring. Ahoy there, grown-ups. You might think you’re in charge of today’s outing, but let’s be honest. The real captains of any family day out at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard are the Mini Explorers. Welcome to the Mini Explorers guide to the Dockyard, the official handbook for the next generation of […]
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17/03/2026
Step behind the scenes of Victory Live: The Big Repair and celebrate International Women’s Day as we explore the vital role women play in shipbuilding, past and present. Enjoy ship design challenges and rope-making activities inspired by the skilled women preserving HMS Victory today.
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10/02/2026
Explore the science of sound as families explore how vibrations create the many sounds of the sea, from creaking ships to crashing waves.
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02/02/2026
Visit our pop-up lab to see conservators working on objects from the Royal Marines collection in preparation for the grand opening of the new Royal Marines Experience.
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02/02/2026
Step into a world of maritime music with Sounds of the Sea, a pop-up orchestra experience inspired by life at sea and the Royal Navy.
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02/02/2026
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard is famous for its mighty ships, but look a little closer and you’ll find the Dockyard itself has stories carved into every corner. From 19th-century graffiti etched into bricks to the scars left by bombs during the Second World War, the site is alive with overlooked details that whisper of centuries past. […]
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01/12/2025
Welcome, fearless visitor. You thought the Dockyard was all brave captains and shining cannons? Think again. Real life at sea was filthy, foul and full of things you’d rather not sniff too closely. Consider this your insider’s guide to the gross bits. The blood, bugs and bad smells that sailors had to endure. Forget the […]
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13/10/2025
Turn every summer day into a family adventure at the Dockyard—rain or shine, the fun never stops [Editor’s note: All of the entries in this list are included with our Ultimate Explorer ticket, which guarantees unlimited access to all our attractions for 12 months. We also have full calendar of free* and special ticketed events throughout […]
Sharna Bennett
22/08/2025