Tudor cooking, eating and feasting talks at 11:30am, 1:30pm and 3:30pm Join us for a two-day event dedicated to the culinary delights of Tudor times! Discover what the men aboard the Mary Rose would have eaten and learn about the differences between an officer’s and a crew member’s rations. Meet characters from the Tudor world […]
10am - 4pm with dance sessions at 11:30am, 1:30pm and 3:30pm Join us for a delightful weekend as you meet Lord and Lady Carew, accompanied by their talented Tudor dancers and musician. Step into the world of Tudor dance and etiquette with interactive dancing sessions set to live Tudor music! Our team of Tudor re-enactors […]
11am - 3pm with storytelling at 12pm and 3pm £3 per child, includes take home craft and 2x storytelling shows Hands-on History: Tudor Candle Making Step back in time and discover how the Tudors lit their way in the dark without modern conveniences like light switches. On the Mary Rose, we found remains of tallow […]
Join us this weekend for two days full of family fun activities which will explore weaponry in Tudor times, and the guns, archers and archery of the Mary Rose! Come along and take part in live action gun drills - join our crew of costumed Tudor characters using a full scale ship's gun, learn how […]
Join us for a summer of exciting STEM activities at our Portsmouth and Gosport sites that that will unveil the science, engineering, and technology behind the Royal Navy. Calling All Budding Scientists! Dive into a world of discovery with engaging activities, fascinating demonstrations, and intriguing trails. The Little STEM Explorers play zone will offer a […]
Go on a 150-year voyage of scientific discovery in our newest exhibition, Worlds Beneath the Waves. Make learning about our changing planet fascinating and fun with our hands-on exhibition family trail. Follow the pawprints from HMS Challenger dog as it explores the exhibition and leads you to playful activities to entertain, challenge and engage. Don't […]
Crafts 11am - 3pm, storytelling at 12pm and 3pm £3 per child, includes take home craft and 2x storytelling shows Create your own Tudor tile Did you know that a cheeky Tudor dog left a paw print on the Mary Rose? Near one of the ship's galleys, we uncovered a Tudor tile with the unmistakable […]
Step into the world of 16th century archery and discover the prowess of the Tudor archer! Join us for an exciting two-day event filled with live action archery displays and hands-on activities. How far could a arrow fly? Learn about the impressive range of arrows discovered on the Mary Rose and see just how far […]
Join us for a summer of exciting STEM activities at our Portsmouth and Gosport sites that that will unveil the science, engineering, and technology behind the Royal Navy. Calling All Budding Scientists! Dive into a world of discovery with engaging activities, fascinating demonstrations, and intriguing trails. The Little STEM Explorers play zone will offer a […]
11am - 3pm with storytelling at 12pm and 3pm £3 per child, includes take home craft and 2x storytelling shows Tudor Soap Making Ever wondered how the Tudors stayed clean (or if they did at all)? Dive into the world of Tudor hygiene with us and discover their methods for keeping fresh. In this fun […]
Join us for a summer of exciting STEM activities at our Portsmouth and Gosport sites that that will unveil the science, engineering, and technology behind the Royal Navy. Calling All Budding Scientists! Dive into a world of discovery with engaging activities, fascinating demonstrations, and intriguing trails. The Little STEM Explorers play zone will offer a […]
10am - 4pm with interactive talks at 11:30am, 1:30pm and 3:30pm Step into the fascinating world where medicine and witchcraft blurred in Tudor times. Meet our very own Wise Woman and discover the intriguing practices of the era. Learn about the curious remedies of the time, such as the medicinal properties of buttered spiders and […]