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At Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, we see the soul of this city every single day. We see it in the five centuries of human stories etched into our timber and stone. We see it in the lives shaped by the Solent, and in the enduring grit of a community that has always looked toward the horizon. […]
Sharna Bennett
18/03/2026
Planning a visit to Portsmouth Historic Dockyard over the festive period? Please be aware of the planned work taking place at Junction 10 of the M27. From 8pm 24 December 2025 to 4am 4 January 2026 the M27 will be closed in both directions between Junction 9 (Whiteley) and Junction 11 (Fareham East) with a […]
David Brooks
27/11/2025
On 17 September 1970, Alexander McKee and his team pulled an object from the bottom of the Solent, and what they uncovered was a major milestone in the search for the Mary Rose. It was the last two days of the 1970 season, and the team were down to their last few pounds. McKee decided to explore […]
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12/08/2025
But why is she so important and why have we preserved her? Wartime Submarine HMS Alliance is an A-class submarine. The A-class, also known as the Amphion Class of submarines, was part of the 1943 Emergency Building Programme. This aimed at rapidly expanding and modernising the Royal Navy’s submarine fleet in response to the shifting […]
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22/07/2025
Oh Ship! Your next adventure starts here. Enter our prize draw to have the chance to WIN two FREE Ultimate Explorer tickets, giving you all year round access to our fabulous attractions including the Mary Rose Museum, HMS Victory and HMS Warrior. The winner will also be able to stay midweek at the iconic Queens Hotel in Portsmouth, packed with […]
Sharna Bennett
15/07/2025
One of the most common questions we are asked about HMS Victory is how many men served on board and who were they?
Sharna Bennett
10/07/2025
One of the most common questions we are asked about HMS Victory is how many men served on board and who were they?
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19/06/2025
Unveiled for Easter at the Royal Navy Submarine Museum, Gosport, this new interpretation covers the fascinating history of the Jolly Roger and its place in the Royal Navy.
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19/06/2025
A recent study has found that Portsmouth Historic Dockyard is the most fun educational visitor attraction in the South, and ranks 19th across the entire United Kingdom.
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19/06/2025
On 6 November 2024, we hosted our much-anticipated Pickle Night aboard the decks of HMS Warrior, transforming this iconic ship into a vibrant celebration of naval history, camaraderie, and the spirit of Trafalgar.
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19/06/2025
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard is a living museum, steeped in 500 years of maritime history.
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19/06/2025
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard is a treasure trove of adventure for children who love to explore, learn, and get hands-on and have fun together.
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19/06/2025