Upcoming events - Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

'Conferences at Action Stations'

On-going event from Sep 15 2009

Action Stations 275 seat state of the art auditorium has a Digital projection system for Power Point and DVD operation complete with surround sound, radio microphones and lectern.

A dedicated conference technician for all your AV needs is provided as part of the package, which makes for a highly professional service for any meeting, conference or presentation. A large space is available adjacent to
the auditorium which can be used for registration and product and promotional displays. This area is our science and technology gallery, Inter Action so guests will be able to have fun and fully appreciate the space.

A recent client said, "The conference venue and facilities are fantastic with ample car parking and an on site attraction there is nothing like it throughout Southern England. The venue was much more interesting than a bland hotel".

Within the same building a conference room is available for smaller meetings for between 10 and 100 guests. This room has natural light and a view of Portsmouth Naval Base. This is a very versatile space that can be arranged cabaret or theatre style and can be fitted with screen, multi media
projector, lap top and flip charts.

Full catering facilities are available.

'Meetings at Action Stations'

On-going event from Sep 15 2009

Action Stations 275 seat state of the art auditorium has a Digital projection system for Power Point and DVD operation complete with surround sound,
radio microphones and lectern.

A dedicated conference technician for all your AV needs is provided as part of the package, which makes for a highly professional service for any meeting, conference or presentation. A large space is available adjacent to
the auditorium which can be used for registration and product and promotional displays. This area is our science and technology gallery, Inter Action so guests will be able to have fun and fully appreciate the space.

A recent client said, "The conference venue and facilities are fantastic with ample car parking and an on site attraction
there is nothing like it throughout Southern England. The venue was much more interesting than a bland hotel".

Within the same building a conference room is available for smaller meetings for between 10 and 100 guests. This room has natural light and a view of Portsmouth Naval Base. This is a very versatile space that can be arranged cabaret or theatre style and can be fitted with screen, multi media
projector, lap top and flip charts.

Full catering facilities are available.

'Parties at Action Stations'

On-going event from Sep 15 2009

Combining an unusual historic venue with the outstanding atmosphere created by large modern interactive simulators, architectural lighting and sound makes Action Stations the perfect venue for a wide range of events and parties. We can cater for dinner parties up to 250 guests with a large dance floor area and space for bar, band and disco.

A recent client said, "Thank you very much for your help and efforts in delivering our company dinner event. The evening was a total success and everybody had a wonderful time. The venue is absolutely fantastic and everything was organised impeccably. We would definitely recommend it to everybody".

'Dinners at Action Stations'

On-going event from Sep 15 2009

'Team Challenges at Action Stations'

On-going event from Sep 15 2009

Leadership, communication, teamwork and negotiation; four key skills required to improve your company. What better way to improve these than bringing your team to
Action Stations.

Whether its a whole days worth of activities or just an hour, Action Stations is the place to come for your company employees to get to know each other better and work together in teams.

Join the Royal Marines and climb the Eiger on our state of the art rotating climbing wall. Pilot a Merlin helicopter in a simulator that makes it as real as it can be without actually
being there! Test your hand eye co ordination with our computer based recognition, targeting, and observation games. Release your team from entanglement in the Human
Knot.

A Team Challenge comprises from 6 to 8 activities lasting 6 10 minutes each. Using the latest technology in our
range of interactive simulators delegates will also develop individual skills of observation, awareness and
hand eye co ordination.

'Dinners at Boathouse No. 7'

On-going event from Sep 15 2009

Boathouse No.7 is an ideal venue for formal dinners accommodating small groups or up to 350 guests. Various style seating plans are available which are suitable for company dinners, wedding breakfasts and Birthday parties
etc.

Boathouse No.7 is operated by award winning caterers Charlton House, who have a wealth of experience assuring you excellent food and service to compliment your event.

We have a selection of menus from which you can choose or allow our Head Chef to create a bespoke menu for your event. Wines can also be selected to match your menu choice.

Bands, DJs and entertainers can all be booked to add to your evenings entertainment and a late bar license is optional. Boathouse No.7 is extremely popular for School Proms and Christmas parties so please book early to secure your date.

"We had an excellent evening thank you! So many of the students and staff said how good it was and some of the students even commented on the food, which for 16 yr olds is amazing! Thank you to you and your staff you made the evening so special. I was very impressed by the service at the tables and the whole evening went without a hitch."
Cowplain School Prom, July 2009

'Rocket Workshops & GPS Trail at Action Stations'

On-going event from Sep 15 2009

Reach for the skies; see how far your team can go; working in the same teams why not try our Rocket Workshop. Delegates are given a brief explanation as to how to build a rocket, a budget with which to buy the components and 25 minutes to build it. See who can use the budget the best and achieve the greatest distance.

Or our GPS Trail, leadership skill and communication will help teams hunt for points around the Historic Dockyard and plot your bearings, will you complete the course successfully and be the first team back to base!

A recent client said, "A very well managed and well run event. I would certainly recommend Action Stations to other companies interested in a fun, team building event. Without doubt, an unqualified success".

'Buffets at Boathouse No. 7'

On-going event from Sep 15 2009

Boathouse No.7 can accommodate up to 450 people for stand up drinks receptions and buffets.

'Presentations at Boathouse No. 7'

On-going event from Sep 15 2009

A number of charity events, product launches and award
ceremonies have all been held at Boathouse No.7 including the Hampshire Business awards, Ariane Cup presentation and the BBC Gillard awards.

Complete with a raised stage area and AV equipment Boathouse No.7 can accommodate your event.

"I just wanted to say a huge thank you for all your help with our event at the Boathouse, it was a great evening and everything was absolutely fantastic, the food was great and the service was extremely efficient, so many thanks to you and your team at the Boathouse for your huge efforts in making our event a success."
Company Event 2009, Lloyds Register

'Parties at Boathouse No. 7'

On-going event from Sep 15 2009

Boathouse No.7 is an ideal venue for formal dinners accommodating small groups or up to 350 guests. Various style seating plans are available which are suitable for company dinners, wedding breakfasts and Birthday parties etc.

Boathouse No.7 is operated by award winning caterers Charlton House, who have a wealth of experience assuring you excellent food and service to compliment your event.

We have a selection of menus from which you can choose or allow our Head Chef to create a bespoke menu for your event. Wines can also be selected to match your menu choice.

Bands, DJs and entertainers can all be booked to add to your evenings entertainment and a late bar license is optional. Boathouse No.7 is extremely popular for School Proms and Christmas parties so please book early to secure your date.

"We had an excellent evening thank you! So many of the students and staff said how good it was and some of the students
even commented on the food, which for 16yr olds is amazing! Thank you to you and your staff you made the evening so
special. I was very impressed by the service at the tables and the whole evening went without a hitch."
Cowplain School Prom, July 2009

'Meetings at Boathouse No. 7'

On-going event from Sep 15 2009

We can provide meeting spaces for small and large groups. Day delegate packages are available, please contact us for full details.

'Weddings at HMS Warrior 1860'

On-going event from Sep 15 2009

HMS Warrior 1860 is a unique wedding venue and undoubtedly one of the most sought after locations on the South Coast. This magnificent and unusual setting offers a spectacular backdrop for photography of your special day.

Two areas of Warrior have a licence to hold weddings and civil partnership ceremonies. The Captains Cabin is ideal for smaller events, seating up to 25 people, while the Officers Half Deck can accommodate up to 100 guests.

Several areas of the ship are then available to hold your reception. Formal dinners from 20 up to 288 guests can be catered for while up to 600 guests can be accommodated with a more casual stand up buffet.

Our dedicated staff have years of experience and are on hand to ensure your day runs smoothly.

'Award Ceremonies at Boathouse No. 7'

On-going event from Sep 15 2009

A number of charity events, product launches and award ceremonies have all been held at Boathouse No.7 including the Hampshire Business awards, Ariane Cup presentation and the BBC Gillard awards.

Complete with a raised stage area and AV equipment Boathouse No.7 can accommodate your event.

"I just wanted to say a huge thank you for all your help with our event at the Boathouse, it was a great evening and everything was absolutely fantastic, the food was great and the service was extremely efficient, so many thanks to you and your team at the Boathouse for your huge efforts in making our event a success."
Company Event 2009, Lloyds Register

'Dinners at HMS Warrior 1860'

On-going event from Sep 15 2009

Watch the sun go down from the Upper Deck and tour Warriors four vast decks including the engine room before your party begins! Dinners for between 20 and 288 guests can be catered for or buffets for up to 600 people. Bands, musicians and a bar can all be arranged for your function.

'Parties at HMS Warrior 1860'

'Meetings at HMS Warrior 1860'

On-going event from Sep 15 2009

Warrior is a perfect venue for small, intimate meetings. The Gun Room can seat up to 14 guests boardroom style and includes a small break out area for refreshments. The Cable Deck seats up to 40 and can be used for relaxed meetings or lunches.

'Team Building at the Mary Rose Museum'

On-going event from Sep 15 2009

Why not have some Tudor fun and get your guests to work together on a Tudor gun drill, using a full size replica breech loading cannon guided by a costumed interpreter or try on some replica Tudor armour.

'Meetings at the Mary Rose Museum'

On-going event from Sep 15 2009

Small meetings for up to 16 people can be accommodated in the Board Room at the Mary Rose Trust offices, situated adjacent to the Museum. Power Point and flipchart are available at no extra cost, together with a free guided tour of the Museum.

The Mary Rose Museum has an AV theatre which can seat up to 80 guests; it can be used for lectures, product launches and presentations.

"The whole experience was superb. Long may the venue continue it deserves to on performance. A national Treasure." John Robson, Rotary Club of Orpington

"Everyone had a great time and it was seen as something quite unique. Im sure there are professional offsite organisers with some of the big banks that would benefit from knowing that these facilities exist!"
Robert Short, Langham Hall UK

'Tudor Banquets at the Mary Rose Museum'

On-going event from Sep 15 2009

If you are looking for a unique and unusual event, why not enjoy a Tudor Banquet where guests are served authentic Tudor dishes by Tudor wenches, whilst surrounded by the wonderful collection of artefacts from the Mary Rose.

The Tudors really come to life with costumed interpreters offering a special guided tour of the museum with a chance to handle original Mary Rose artefacts.

"Very enjoyable evening. I received lots of comments about how unusual the event was. Would definitely recommend to other companies for corporate events."
Sarah Birchenall, Selex Galileo

'Conferences at the Royal Naval Museum'

On-going event from Sep 15 2009

The Princess Royal Gallery is an ideal conference venue seating up to 100 people and is a flexible space that can accommodate a number of different layouts. High quality audio visual presentation equipment and a hearing loop are available.

The Nelson Gallery, which houses the award winning exhibition Nelson: The Hero and The Man, can be configured for lectures, presentations and meetings for up to 50 people.

'Meetings at the Royal Naval Museum'

'Dinners at the Royal Naval Museum'

On-going event from Sep 15 2009

Dine with us in style! The Princess Royal Gallery seats up to 100 guests for dinner and has outstanding views of Portsmouth Harbour to the west and HMS Victory to the east. The Nelson Gallery has a more intimate feel and is perfect for a dinner party for up to 30 guests or a reception for 100.

The Victory Gallery is an ideal venue to welcome up to 250 guests for a reception, product launch, or even just for a social gathering. The Gallery has a viewing platform which has a spectacular vista over Portsmouth Harbour and the ships of the modern Royal Navy ideal for summer functions.

Why not add a touch of flair to your occasion with the Fort Cumberland Guard on parade?

'Parties at the Royal Naval Museum'

'Buffets onboard HMS Warrior 1860'

Oct 01 2009 - Oct 31 2016

Up to 600 guests can be accommodated aboard HMS Warrior 1860 for informal stand up buffets and the Upper Deck with its excellent views of Portsmouth Harbour is available for pre dinner drinks or cocktail parties (weather permitting).

'Buffets at the Royal Naval Museum'

Oct 01 2009 - Oct 31 2016

A number of spaces within the museum are available for buffets and can accommodate up to 250 guests.

'Buffets at the Mary Rose Museum'

Oct 01 2009 - Oct 31 2016

Surrounded by genuine artefacts from the Mary Rose, buffets are available for up to 150 guests.

'Buffets at Action Stations'

Oct 01 2009 - Oct 31 2016

A buffet for a maximum of 400 people can be arranged at Action Stations. A unusual historic venue with outstanding atmosphere created by interactive simulators, lighting and sound.

'Receptions at the Mary Rose Museum'

Oct 01 2009 - Oct 31 2016

Receptions for up to 200 people can be arranged at the Mary Rose Museum.

'Presentations at Action Stations'

Oct 01 2009 - Oct 31 2016

Our 275 seat state of the art auditorium complete with digital projection system for Power Point and DVD operation, surround sound, radio microphones and lectern is ideal for presentations. A smaller space suitable for 10 100 guests is also available.

'Presentations at the Mary Rose Museum'

Oct 01 2009 - Oct 31 2016

80 people can be seated in the Mary Rose Museum AV Theatre, ideal for presentations.

'Presentations at the Royal Naval Museum'

Oct 01 2009 - Oct 31 2016

Two of the Museums galleries are available for presentations accommodating up to 80 and 50 guests respectively. High quality audio visual presentation equipment and a hearing loop are available.

'Presentations onboard HMS Warrior 1860'

Oct 01 2009 - Oct 31 2016

Presentations for 40 people can be catered for on the Cable Deck of HMS Warrior 1860.

'Formal Dinners at the Mary Rose Museum'

On-going event from Jan 05 2010

Formal dinners held in the Mary Rose Museum where guests can dine surrounded by the original treasures of the Mary Rose.

'Private Tours of the Mary Rose Museum'

On-going event from Jan 05 2010

Evening tours of the Mary Rose Museum with our costumed interpreters, includes a film in the theatre about the history and recovery of the Mary Rose and our handling table with original artefacts for guests to touch and smell. Tours last between 1 2 hours. Specialist talks can be arranged.

'Free Third Thursday Talks at the Mary Rose Museum'

Mar 18 2010 - Dec 16 2010

12 noon

18 March Fitter & Healthier Are we fitter and healthier than our Tudor ancestors? Find out about health, fitness, food and medicine in Tudor times and decide for yourself.

15 April Hot Cross Buns! The art of Tudor baking

20 May Perfumes & Pongs How were herbs and spices used in Tudor times. Talk and walk in the Porters Lodge Garden next to the Mary Rose Museum

17 June 34 Years At Sea The life of the Mary Rose

15 July Henry VIII And The Sinking Of The Mary Rose

19 August Tudor Hampshire Life in the County 500 Years Ago

16 September Tudor Tunes Musical Instruments Found on the Mary Rose

21 October A Tale Of Two Ships Mary Rose 1545, Vasa 1628 How does the seventeenth century Swedish ship compare with the Mary Rose?

18 November Tudor Portsmouth How did the Tudors leave their mark on the city?

16 December The Future Museum Find out about our stunning new museum due to open in 2012

FREE

'Mary Rose Under The Microscope at the Mary Rose Museum'

Mar 20 2010 - Mar 21 2010

As part of National Science and Engineering Week (Friday 12 Tuesday 21 March)

11am 12noon & 2pm 4pm

Examine the evidence for yourself using our digital microscopes.

FREE with a valid attraction ticket (children must be accompanied by an adult)

'Meet The Barber Surgeon at the Mary Rose Museum'

Mar 27 2010 - Mar 28 2010

11am 12noon & 2pm 4pm

Find out how he multi tasked on the Mary Rose: pulling teeth, amputating limbs, shaving the men and mixing medicines!

FREE with a valid attraction ticket (children must be accompanied by an adult)

'Easter Egg Trail at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard'

Apr 03 2010 - Apr 04 2010

10am 3pm

Easter Egg Trail at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
  Action Stations
  Antique Storehouse colonnades
  Boathouse 7 Restaurant
  HMS Victory
  HMS Warrior 1860
  Mary Rose Museum
  National Museum of the Royal Navy
  Nauticalia
  Royal Naval Museum Shop

Self guided Easter Trail the Easter Bunny has hopped all over Portsmouth Historic Dockyard leaving a trail of Eastery mischief behind him. Help solve the nautical themed Easter clues to find the hidden Easter Bunny illustration and receive a small prize for your Easter Egg Detective work in each venue; also your raffle ticket will be entered into a prize draw at the Visitor Centre each day.

FREE with a valid attraction ticket (children must be accompanied by an adult)

'Easter Egg Trail Family Trail on board HMS Warrior 1860'

Apr 03 2010 - Apr 18 2010

During Easter Holidays (Saturday 3 Sunday 18 April)

Daily

10am 4.30pm

FREE with a valid attraction ticket

'NEW Family Activity Area on board HMS Warrior 1860'

Apr 03 2010 - Apr 18 2010

During Easter Holidays (Saturday 3 Sunday 18 April)

Daily

10.30am 4.30pm

Once the lower deck mess and schoolroom for Warriors your officers, Warriors Gun Room is now somewhere you can bring your young sailors for R&R, including costumed role play, toys, games and colouring sheets.

FREE with a valid attraction ticket

'Crowns, Coifs, Helmets And Hats at the Mary Rose Museum'

Apr 03 2010 - Apr 18 2010

During Easter Holidays (Saturday 3 Sunday 18 April)

Daily

11am 12noon & 2pm 4pm

Try on a range of Tudor hats and design your own crown to take home.

FREE with a valid attraction ticket (children must be accompanied by an adult)

'Girls And Boys Come Out To Play on board HMS Warrior 1860'

Starts Apr 06 2010

11am 12noon & 2pm 4pm

Learn about and play with Victorian style toys and board games and make your own to take away. Something for all the family to enjoy.

FREE with a valid attraction ticket. Drop in activity all ages welcome

'Dragon Eggs at the National Museum of the Royal Navy'

Starts Apr 07 2010

11am 1pm & 2pm 4pm

Get inspired by Naomi Novik/'s exciting Temeraire books where dragons fight alongside Nelsons Navy to make a special dragon /'Easter/' egg to take home!

FREE drop in workshop, all ages welcome

'All Hands On Deck on board HMS Victory '

Starts Apr 08 2010

11.30am 12.30pm

What is a fid? Where would you find a holy stone? Join us for themed object handling sessions on board HMS Victory led by the Learning Volunteer Team.

Drop in, FREE with a valid attraction ticket, all ages welcome

'Girls And Boys Come Out To Play on board HMS Warrior 1860'

Starts Apr 08 2010

11am 12noon & 2pm 4pm

Learn about and play with Victorian style toys and board games and make your own to take away. Something for all the family to enjoy.

FREE with a valid attraction ticket. Drop in activity all ages welcome

'Globetrotting on board HMS Victory '

Starts Apr 08 2010

11am 1pm & 2pm 4pm

Make your own mini globe complete with ships and sea creatures.

FREE with a valid attraction ticket, all ages welcome

'Spinning A Yarn at the Mary Rose Museum'

Apr 10 2010 - Apr 11 2010

10am 4pm

Try your hand at Tudor crafts with demonstrations of spinning and weaving by the Portchester Spinners.

FREE with valid attraction ticket (children must be accompanied by an adult)

'Girls And Boys Come Out To Play on board HMS Warrior 1860'

Starts Apr 13 2010

11am 12noon & 2pm 4pm

Learn about and play with Victorian style toys and board games and make your own to take away. Something for all the family to enjoy.

FREE with a valid attraction ticket. Drop in activity all ages welcome

'Venomous And Valour: A Common Virtue By Captain John Rodgaard US Navy at the National Museum ...

Starts Apr 14 2010

12noon

Author of the thoroughly revised A Hard Fought Ship: The Story of HMS Venomous will give the thrilling account of the service of this typical V & W Class destroyer from launch in 1919 to scrapping in 1948.

Free talk, booking required. Please contact 02392 727582 or email education.bookings@royalnavalmuseum.org

'Easter Island at the National Museum of the Royal Navy'

Starts Apr 14 2010

11am 1pm & 2pm 4pm

Discover the secrets of Easter Island and find out about more about Captain Cook and his voyages!

FREE drop in workshop, all ages welcome

'All Hands On Deck on board HMS Victory '

Starts Apr 15 2010

11.30am 12.30pm

What is a fid? Where would you find a holy stone? Join us for themed object handling sessions on board HMS Victory led by the Learning Volunteer Team.

Drop in, FREE with a valid attraction ticket, all ages welcome

'Girls And Boys Come Out To Play on board HMS Warrior 1860'

Starts Apr 15 2010

11am 12noon & 2pm 4pm

Learn about and play with Victorian style toys and board games and make your own to take away. Something for all the family to enjoy.

FREE with a valid attraction ticket. Drop in activity all ages welcome

'Seafari at the National Museum of the Royal Navy'

Starts Apr 15 2010

11am 1pm & 2pm 4pm

From fabulous fish to awesome octopi. Find out about life under the ocean waves and create your very own sea creature to take home

FREE with a valid attraction ticket, all ages welcome

'Pepys Show with the National Museum of the Royal Navy in Victory Arena'

Apr 17 2010 - Apr 18 2010

11am 4.30pm

Samuel Pepys returns to Portsmouth Dockyard exactly 350 years after he started work for the Navy. Meet Pepys, his long suffering wife Elizabeth, Master Shipwright John Tippetts and a cast of supporting characters from his famous diaries. Members of the History Re enactment Workshop will bring this fascinating period to life in Victory Arena and the National Museum of the Royal Navy. Performances will be at 11.30am, 1.30pm and 2.30pm, with activities to take part in and characters to meet all day.

FREE event, no booking required, all ages welcome

'Ship Shape onboard HMS Warrior 1860'

Apr 17 2010 - Apr 18 2010

11am 12noon & 2pm 4pm

Young greenhorns become sailors in training aboard Warrior. Through hands on activities, role play and guided exploration of the ship discover the living and working conditions of a Victorian sailor. Discover what life was like on board Warrior the sailors daily routine including messing arrangements, diet, uniform, drills and inspections.

FREE with a valid attraction ticket (children must be accompanied by an adult)

'Porsche Car Club'

Starts Apr 24 2010

from 10am 5pm

Come along to see the Porsche Car Clubs beautiful collections of privately owned Porsches all set against the stunning back drop of Portsmouth Historic Dockyard.

FREE

'Meet The Navigator at the Mary Rose Museum'

Apr 24 2010 - Apr 25 2010

11am 12noon & 2pm 4pm

Life before satnav! Find out how the Mary Rose navigator steered his course

FREE with a valid attraction ticket (children must be accompanied by an adult)

'How To Look Good Tudor Style! at the Mary Rose Museum'

May 01 2010 - May 03 2010

11am 12noon & 2pm 4pm

Try on one of our costumes and step back in time.
A free mystery objects quiz for every child.

FREE with a valid attraction ticket (children must be accompanied by an adult)

'Victorian Storytelling onboard HMS Warrior 1860'

May 01 2010 - May 03 2010

11am 12noon, 2pm & 3pm

"Dan & the Ship of Bones". Inter active spooky storytelling a timber shivering adventure.

FREE with a valid attraction ticket

'Learn The Ropes! at the Mary Rose Museum'

May 08 2010 - May 09 2010

11am 12noon & 2pm 4pm

Find out about the rigging on the Mary Rose and try your hand at making anti boarding netting and tying knots

FREE with a valid attraction ticket (children must be accompanied by an adult)

'Celebration Of Steam'

May 08 2010 - May 09 2010

10am 6pm (last entry at 4.30pm)

Compare the contrast for yourself 150 years of steam technology from HMS Warrior 1860 the sail and steam powered warship, to a special appearance from the 2009 land speed record breaking British Steam Car!
The age of steam modern and old will be bought to life with talks from Don Wales the land speed record breaking driver and his team, displays of traction engines and road locomotives at work, steam wagon rides, model boat and railway exhibitions and a host of Victorian dock characters.
Discover the history of Portsmouth Dockyard as one of the greatest industrial complexes in the world throughout the 18th and 19th centuries with a visit to the Dockyards Block Mils*, Dockyard Apprentice exhibition and saw bench and stone crusher displays.
Then be entertained by brass bands, morris dancers, street entertainment, more steam talks, traditional fairground rides and craft market complete with a bigger and better Real Ale, Cider and Sausage Festival. Plus entrance to the Historic Dockyard attractions** all make for what promises to be a fantastic day out for all the family!

Tickets: Adults: �12, Concs: �10,
Family (up to 5 people, maximum of 2 adults/seniors): �36

*Limited number of tours available on a first come first served basis
** excludes Harbour Tours

'Spooky Torchlight Tour at the Mary Rose Museum'

Starts May 14 2010

As part of the Museum/'s at Night Weekend (Friday 14 Sunday 16 May)

7pm 9pm

What happens in the museum once the lights go out?

Introduction to the Mary Rose, a torchlight tour around the museum, meeting numerous characters on the way and a Treasure hunt!
Refreshments included.

Places are limited. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Adults �12.50 Concessions �8.50

For tickets or more information, visit the Mary Rose Museum reception or email s.m.clabby@maryrose500.org

In aid of the Mary Rose 500 Appeal

'Puppets And Storytelling For Younger Children at the Mary Rose Museum'

May 15 2010 - May 16 2010

11am 12noon & 2pm 4pm

The story of life on board the Mary Rose told with puppets.

FREE with a valid attraction ticket (children must be accompanied by an adult)

'Victorian Storytelling onboard HMS Warrior 1860'

May 15 2010 - May 16 2010

11am 12noon, 2pm & 3pm

"Dan & the Ship of Bones". Inter active spooky storytelling a timber shivering adventure.

FREE with a valid attraction ticket

'Aston Martin Owners Car Club'

Starts May 16 2010

from 10am 5pm

Come along and marvel at the Aston Martin Owner's Car Club's beautiful collection of privately owned Aston Martins all set against the striking drop of Portsmouth Historic Dockyard.

FREE

'Meet The Barber Surgeon at the Mary Rose Museum'

May 22 2010 - May 23 2010

11am 12noon & 2pm 4pm

Find out how he multi tasked on the Mary Rose: pulling teeth, amputating limbs, shaving the men and mixing medicines!

FREE with a valid attraction ticket (children must be accompanied by an adult)

'Victorian Storytelling onboard HMS Warrior 1860'

May 22 2010 - May 23 2010

11am 12noon, 2pm & 3pm

"Dan & the Ship of Bones". Inter active spooky storytelling a timber shivering adventure.

FREE with a valid attraction ticket

'Killing The Bismarck By Iain Ballantyne, With Support From Captain Peter Hore at the National ...

Starts May 22 2010

2pm

Drawing on previously unpublished photographs and the records of eyewitnesses, the author of the forthcoming book Killing the Bismarck will present a riveting account of the events leading to the sinking of HMS Hood and of the Bismarck. Captain Peter Hore will assist with presenting dramatic new evidence discovered in the research for the book. Not to be missed.

Free talk. Booking required. Please contact 02392 727582 or email education.bookings@royalnavalmuseum

'Follow The Flag Family Trail on board HMS Warrior 1860'

May 29 2010 - Jun 06 2010

During May Half Term (Saturday 29 May Sunday 6 June)

Daily

10am 4.30pm

Find out about the men who lived and worked on board Warrior.

FREE with a valid attraction ticket

'Family Activity Area on board HMS Warrior 1860'

May 29 2010 - Jun 06 2010

During May Half Term (Saturday 29 May Sunday 6 June)

Daily

10.30am 4.30pm

FREE with a valid attraction ticket

'How To Look Good Tudor Style! at the Mary Rose Museum'

May 29 2010 - Jun 06 2010

During May Half Term (Saturday 29 May Sunday 6 June)

Daily

11am 12noon & 2pm 4pm

Try on one of our costumes and step back in time.
A free mystery objects quiz for every child

FREE with a valid attraction ticket (children must be accompanied by an adult)

'Paddle Power! on board HMS Warrior 1860'

Jun 01 2010 - Jun 03 2010

10.30am, 11.30am, 2pm & 3pm

Make and test your own paddlewheel boat and race from England to America. The fastest crossing of the Atlantic wins a prize!

FREE with a valid attraction ticket. Limited places workshop for children aged 7 11 years

'Fantasy Ship at the National Museum of the Royal Navy'

Starts Jun 02 2010

11am 1pm & 2pm 4pm

Let your imagination run wild to create your own fantasy ship inspired by the weird and wonderful ship badges from our collection.

FREE drop in workshop, all ages welcome

'Sea Odyssey at the National Museum of the Royal Navy'

Starts Jun 03 2010

11am 1pm & 2pm 4pm

Join us for a drawing adventure with the chance to find out about pirates, fish and mermaids along the way!

FREE with a valid attraction ticket, all ages welcome

'Are We Fitter And Healthier Than Our Tudor Ancestors? at the Mary Rose Museum'

Jun 12 2010 - Jun 13 2010

11am 12noon & 2pm 4pm

Find out about Tudor health, fitness, food and medicine, then decide for yourself! Hands on activities for all the family.

FREE with a valid attraction ticket (children must be accompanied by an adult)

'Music of the Sea on board HMS Warrior 1860'

Jun 12 2010 - Jun 13 2010

11am 3pm

Join us for a weekend of sea songs and shanties

FREE with valid attraction ticket

'Learn The Ropes! at the Mary Rose Museum'

Jun 19 2010 - Jun 20 2010

11am 12noon & 2pm 4pm

Find out about the rigging on the Mary Rose and try your hand at making anti boarding netting and tying knots

FREE with a valid attraction ticket (children must be accompanied by an adult)

'The Rowans Hospice Moonlit Memories Walk '

Starts Jun 19 2010

12 midnight

An exciting, 12 mile, night time walk setting off from Southsea Common, this will be a fantastic opportunity to appreciate the night time magic of the city and support The Rowans Hospice. Friends and Family can stop in at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, where HMS Victory will be specially lit giving them a wonderful opportunity to visit the Naval Base at night and support the walkers.

To register to fundraise for the event please call 023 92 238533
or email:

moonlit memories@rowanshospice.co.uk
or download the registration form from www.rowanshospice.co.uk

'Porters Garden Midsummer Party'

Starts Jun 20 2010

2pm 4pm

Set in the lovely garden of the eighteenth century Porters Lodge near Victory Gate. Enjoy a strawberry cream tea with delicious Porters Garden fruit cup plus live entertainment from Con Brio Singers and the St Anns Hand Bell Ringers.

Tickets �5 (cheques only please, payable to The Friends of the Porter/'s Garden) available from mid May onwards from: Dr Ann Coats, Co ordinator, Friends of the Porter/'s Garden, 44 Lindley Avenue, Southsea PO4 9NU

'The Silent Landscape: HMS Challenger 1872 Expedition By Professor Richard Corfield at the ...

Starts Jun 21 2010

As part of Portsmouth Festivities (Thursday 17 Sunday 27 June)

7.30pm

The voyage of HMS Challenger was a scientific circumnavigation of the world that lasted almost four years and covered 69,000 miles. Challenger left Portsmouth in December 1872 and returned in May 1876, having travelled as far as the Great Ice Barrier of Antarctica, Nova Scotia, the Caribbean, South Africa, and Indonesia. Richard Corfield has brought this story magnificently to life in his book The Silent Landscape and will take us through this epic journey and his own discovery of the world of the oceans.

Further details and booking via www.portsmouthfestivities.co.uk

'Fabulous Food or Gruesome Grub? at the Mary Rose Museum'

Jun 26 2010 - Jun 27 2010

11am 12noon & 2pm 4pm

Explore the world of eating and drinking in Tudor times.

FREE with a valid attraction ticket (children must be accompanied by an adult)

'Armed Forces Day 2010 with the National Museum of the Royal Navy in Victory Arena'

Starts Jun 27 2010

2pm 4.30pm

Join us once again for this popular event. Come along and enjoy a wartime street party in the Victory Arena, listen to the big band music and meet veterans past and present.

FREE to all
For further details please contact 02392 727584

'Spinning a Yarn at the Mary Rose Museum'

Jul 03 2010 - Jul 04 2010

10am 4 pm

Try your hand at Tudor crafts with demonstrations of spinning and weaving by the Portchester Spinners.

FREE with a valid attraction ticket (children must be accompanied by an adult)

'Are We Fitter And Healthier Than Our Tudor Ancestors? at the Mary Rose Museum'

Jul 10 2010 - Jul 11 2010

11am 12noon & 2pm 4pm

Find out about Tudor health, fitness, food and medicine, then decide for yourself! Hands on activities for all the family.

FREE with a valid attraction ticket (children must be accompanied by an adult)

'History By Water at the National Museum of the Royal Navy'

Starts Jul 10 2010

2.30pm

Take a relaxing boat tour of Portsmouth Harbour and discover 100s of years of the Royal Navy/'s history. From the fleet/'s anchorage at Spithead, through the defences at the Harbour mouth and past the vital support facilities dotted round its shore. A full commentary will be given by Museum staff, with contributions from the people who have lived and worked at HMS Dolphin, HMS Vernon, Royal Clarence Yard, Priddy/'s Hard, HMS Excellent.
Refreshments available.

Tickets: Adults: �12, Friends of the National Museum of the Royal Navy: �8

Booking essential, please call 02392 727588 or email education.bookings@royalnavalmuseum.org

'HMS Warrior 1860s Summer Ball on board HMS Warrior'

Starts Jul 16 2010

from 7pm

Walk the decks on a summers evening and enjoy a night of fine dining and dancing

Tickets: �75 per person. To check availability and reserve your tickets please call 023 9277 8604 or email: specialevents@hmswarrior.org

'Diving into History! at the Mary Rose Museum'

Jul 17 2010 - Aug 01 2010

Part of the Festival of British Archaeology (Saturday 17 July Sunday 1 August)

11am 12noon & 2pm 4pm

Trowels, sandpits and buried treasure. Fun activities for all ages!

FREE with a valid attraction ticket (children must be accompanied by an adult)
FREE to members of the young archaeologist club/must be accompanied by a full paying adult.

'A Survivors Tale at the Mary Rose Museum'

Starts Jul 18 2010

11am, 12.00pm, 1.30pm, 2.30pm & 3.30pm

To commemorate the sinking of the Mary Rose Geoff Pye from the Royal Armouries presents A Survivors Tale an interpretation of the sinking of the ship.

FREE with a valid attraction ticket (children must be accompanied by an adult)

'Silhouette Trail on board HMS Warrior 1860 '

Jul 24 2010 - Sep 05 2010

During the Summer Holidays (Saturday 24 July Sunday 5 September)

Daily

10am 4.30pm

Find out about the men who lived and worked on board Warrior.

FREE with a valid attraction ticket

'Oh I Do Like To Be Beside The Seaside! on board HMS Warrior 1860'

Jul 27 2010 - Jul 29 2010

11am 1pm & 1.30pm 4pm

All the fun of a Victorian seaside holiday! Dress up and promenade along the "pier" to hear the band, become a pier entertainer, put on a Punch & Judy show and make a souvenir to take home with you.

FREE drop in activity with a valid attraction ticket all ages welcome.

'Back To The 1500s at the National Museum of the Royal Navy'

Starts Jul 28 2010

As part of Time Travellers Club with the National Museum of the Royal Navy

Travel through time with the National Museum of the Royal Navy to find out about the important discoveries and inventions that changed the Navy and the world! Each week there will be crafts and quizzes plus the chance to add our giant timeline. And, if you get your Time Travellers Logbook stamped every week, you can enter into our free prize draw!

11am 1pm & 2pm 4pm

Find out about the Tudor voyages of discovery including Sir Walter Raleighs search for El Dorado, the city of gold. Then make your own golden treasures to take home.

FREE drop in workshop, all ages welcome

'All Hands On Deck on board HMS Victory '

Starts Jul 29 2010

11.30am 12.30pm

What is a fid? Where would you find a holy stone? Join us for themed object handling sessions on board HMS Victory led by the Learning Volunteer Team.

Drop in, FREE with a valid attraction ticket, all ages welcome

'Navy Days 2010'

Jul 30 2010 - Aug 01 2010

Tickets are now on sale! Click here to buy your tickets.

Put the date in your diary for what promises to be one of the most popular events on the south coast this summer!

Navy Days at Portsmouth Naval Base will feature serving warships from the Royal Navy, as well as foreign navies, alongside the famous historic ships and attractions of Portsmouth Historic Dockyard.

A brilliant day out for all the family is guaranteed with a chance to go aboard and see behind the scenes of modern warships, marvel at the spectacle of naval demonstrations and displays in the harbour, in the air and on the dockside, and experience 800 years of fascinating history with re enactments on iconic vessels HMS Victory and HMS Warrior 1860.

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'How To Look Good Tudor Style! at the Mary Rose Museum'

Aug 02 2010 - Sep 05 2010

11am 12noon & 2pm 4pm

Try on one of our costumes and step back in time. A free mystery objects quiz for every child

FREE with a valid attraction ticket (children must be accompanied by an adult)

'Oh I Do Like To Be Beside The Seaside! on board HMS Warrior 1860'

Aug 03 2010 - Aug 05 2010

11am 1pm & 1.30pm 4pm

All the fun of a Victorian seaside holiday! Dress up and promenade along the "pier" to hear the band, become a pier entertainer, put on a Punch & Judy show and make a souvenir to take home with you.

FREE drop in activity with a valid attraction ticket all ages welcome.

'Back To The 1600s at the National Museum of the Royal Navy'

Starts Aug 04 2010

As part of Time Travellers Club with the National Museum of the Royal Navy

11am 1pm & 2pm 4pm

Celebrate Galileo and the invention of the telescope by making a stellar spyglass or see stars and make your own planisphere.

FREE drop in workshop, all ages welcome

'All Hands On Deck on board HMS Victory '

Starts Aug 05 2010

11.30am 12.30pm

What is a fid? Where would you find a holy stone? Join us for themed object handling sessions on board HMS Victory led by the Learning Volunteer Team.

Drop in, FREE with a valid attraction ticket, all ages welcome

'Telescope Tales at the National Museum of the Royal Navy'

Starts Aug 05 2010

11.30am 12.30pm

Join us every Thursday for storytelling, songs, fun and games in the Family Area.

FREE session for the under 5s and accompanying adults

'Macram� Workshop on board HMS Warrior 1860'

Starts Aug 05 2010

11am 4.30pm

FREE with attraction ticket. All welcome

'The Sound Of Tudor Music at the Mary Rose Museum'

Aug 07 2010 - Aug 08 2010

11am 12noon & 2pm 4pm

Tudor musicians, Kit and Kate demonstrate how the Tudors made instruments. Hear them being played and have a go yourself.

FREE with a valid attraction ticket (children must be accompanied by an adult)

'Oh I Do Like To Be Beside The Seaside! on board HMS Warrior 1860'

Aug 10 2010 - Aug 12 2010

11am 1pm & 1.30pm 4pm

All the fun of a Victorian seaside holiday! Dress up and promenade along the "pier" to hear the band, become a pier entertainer, put on a Punch & Judy show and make a souvenir to take home with you.

FREE drop in activity with a valid attraction ticket all ages welcome.

'Back To The 1700s at the National Museum of the Royal Navy'

Starts Aug 11 2010

As part of Time Travellers Club with the National Museum of the Royal Navy

11am 1pm & 2pm 4pm

Ever heard of the Turtle Submarine? Discover more about the first combat submarine. Then have fun making and testing your very own submarine craft.

FREE drop in workshop, all ages welcome

'All Hands On Deck on board HMS Victory '

Starts Aug 12 2010

11.30am 12.30pm

What is a fid? Where would you find a holy stone? Join us for themed object handling sessions on board HMS Victory led by the Learning Volunteer Team.

Drop in, FREE with a valid attraction ticket, all ages welcome

'Telescope Tales at the National Museum of the Royal Navy'

Starts Aug 12 2010

11.30am 12.30pm

Join us every Thursday for storytelling, songs, fun and games in the Family Area.

FREE session for the under 5s and accompanying adults

'Macram� Workshop on board HMS Warrior 1860'

Starts Aug 12 2010

11am 4.30pm

FREE with attraction ticket. All welcome

'Meet the Tudor Doctor Of Physic Jack Green at the Mary Rose Museum'

Aug 14 2010 - Aug 15 2010

10am 4pm

Discover his strange remedies and treatments at the Mary Rose Museum.

FREE with a valid attraction ticket (children must be accompanied by an adult)

'Oh I Do Like To Be Beside The Seaside! on board HMS Warrior 1860'

Aug 17 2010 - Aug 19 2010

11am 1pm & 1.30pm 4pm

All the fun of a Victorian seaside holiday! Dress up and promenade along the "pier" to hear the band, become a pier entertainer, put on a Punch & Judy show and make a souvenir to take home with you.

FREE drop in activity with a valid attraction ticket all ages welcome.

'Back To The 1800s at the National Museum of the Royal Navy'

Starts Aug 18 2010

As part of Time Travellers Club with the National Museum of the Royal Navy

11am 1pm & 2pm 4pm

Follow in the footsteps of Darwin! Join the Victorian Navy on a voyage of discovery and create your own specimen cabinet full of wonderful creatures.

FREE drop in workshop, all ages welcome

'All Hands On Deck on board HMS Victory '

Starts Aug 19 2010

11.30am 12.30pm

What is a fid? Where would you find a holy stone? Join us for themed object handling sessions on board HMS Victory led by the Learning Volunteer Team.

Drop in, FREE with a valid attraction ticket, all ages welcome

'Telescope Tales at the National Museum of the Royal Navy'

Starts Aug 19 2010

11.30am 12.30pm

Join us every Thursday for storytelling, songs, fun and games in the Family Area.

FREE session for the under 5s and accompanying adults

'Macram� Workshop on board HMS Warrior 1860'

Starts Aug 19 2010

11am 4.30pm

FREE with attraction ticket. All welcome

'Big Game Weekend with the National Museum of the Royal Navy in Victory Arena'

Aug 21 2010 - Aug 22 2010

11am 4.30pm

Fun, games and the Navy have always been linked just think of Francis Drake playing bowls (allegedly) as the Spanish Armada sailed up the Channel. Join us as games with a naval theme come to Victory Arena and National Museum of the Royal Navy. Our masters of ceremonies will commentate as players compete in giant games. See if you can become our Battleships champion. Adults only can enter our restricted zone; get a tattoo, meet Tokyo Rose, and lose their money at Uckers. Everything from board games to computer games will feature in fun for all the family.

Free event, no booking required, all ages welcome

'Tudor Life Ashore at the Mary Rose Museum'

Aug 21 2010 - Aug 22 2010

11am 12noon & 2pm 4pm

Find out what life was like for the families of the Mary Rose crew

FREE with a valid attraction ticket (children must be accompanied by an adult)

'Oh I Do Like To Be Beside The Seaside! on board HMS Warrior 1860'

Aug 24 2010 - Aug 26 2010

11am 1pm & 1.30pm 4pm

All the fun of a Victorian seaside holiday! Dress up and promenade along the "pier" to hear the band, become a pier entertainer, put on a Punch & Judy show and make a souvenir to take home with you.

FREE drop in activity with a valid attraction ticket all ages welcome.

'Back To The 1900s at the National Museum of the Royal Navy'

Starts Aug 25 2010

As part of Time Travellers Club with the National Museum of the Royal Navy

11am 1pm & 2pm 4pm

From hovercraft to airplanes and spaceships, flying machines changed the world in the twentieth century! Come and create your own fabulous flyer!

FREE drop in workshop, all ages welcome

'All Hands On Deck on board HMS Victory '

Starts Aug 26 2010

11.30am 12.30pm

What is a fid? Where would you find a holy stone? Join us for themed object handling sessions on board HMS Victory led by the Learning Volunteer Team.

Drop in, FREE with a valid attraction ticket, all ages welcome

'Telescope Tales at the National Museum of the Royal Navy'

Starts Aug 26 2010

11.30am 12.30pm

Join us every Thursday for storytelling, songs, fun and games in the Family Area.

FREE session for the under 5s and accompanying adults

'Macram� Workshop on board HMS Warrior 1860'

Starts Aug 26 2010

11am 4.30pm

FREE with attraction ticket. All welcome

'Meet The Navigator at the Mary Rose Museum'

Aug 28 2010 - Aug 29 2010

11am 12noon & 2pm 4pm

Life before satnav! Find out how the Mary Rose navigator steered his course

FREE with a valid attraction ticket (children must be accompanied by an adult)

'Oh I Do Like To Be Beside The Seaside! on board HMS Warrior 1860'

Aug 31 2010 - Sep 02 2010

11am 1pm & 1.30pm 4pm

All the fun of a Victorian seaside holiday! Dress up and promenade along the "pier" to hear the band, become a pier entertainer, put on a Punch & Judy show and make a souvenir to take home with you.

FREE drop in activity with a valid attraction ticket all ages welcome.

'Into The Future at the National Museum of the Royal Navy'

Starts Sep 01 2010

As part of Time Travellers Club with the National Museum of the Royal Navy

11am 1pm & 2pm 4pm

What will life at sea be like in 2020? Use your imagination to make a fantastic floating, flying or fighting invention for the Navy to use in the future!

FREE drop in workshop, all ages welcome

'Naval Observers: Eyewitnesses To History at the National Museum of the Royal Navy'

Starts Sep 04 2010

As part of a series of Hidden Histories Talks at the National Museum of the Royal Navy

2.30pm

Talk led by Matthew Sheldon, Head of Curatorial Department

Each talk will last 45 minutes and be followed by afternoon tea.

Tickets: �6
Booking essential, for further details please contact 02392 727582 or email education.bookings@royalnavalmuseum.org

'Puppets And Storytelling For Younger Children at the Mary Rose Museum'

Sep 04 2010 - Sep 05 2010

11am 12noon & 2pm 4pm

The story of life on board the Mary Rose told with puppets.

FREE with a valid attraction ticket (children must be accompanied by an adult)

'Tour Below HMS Victorys Water Line'

Sep 08 2010 - Sep 12 2010

Heritage Open Days

* A national event organised by English Heritage, which allows free access to buildings and the unseen collections of the Historic Dockyard.

* FREE Numbers are limited & all tours must be booked in advance. Please contact 023 9272 8060 to reserve a place.

* Please note that 1 person cannot book more than 4 places per tour due to limited spaces.

* Also ALL individual/'s name, address and phone number will be required at the time of booking for Naval Base security reasons as you will be visiting restricted areas.

11am, 12noon, 1.30pm & 2.30pm

Join one of HMS Victory knowledgeable tour guides and venture below HMS Victorys water line into the bottom of Dry Dock No.2 to view the keel at close range and have a completely different perspective of the ship as she sits with her 3500 tons overhead!

FREE Only 15 spaces per tour & must be booked in advance, please contact 023 9272 8060 to reserve a place.

'Medical Matters on board HMS Warrior 1860'

Sep 08 2010 - Sep 10 2010

Heritage Open Days

A national event organised by the English Heritage, which allows free access to buildings and the unseen collections of the Historic Dockyard.

FREE Numbers are limited & all tours must be booked in advance. Please contact 023 9272 8060 to reserve a place.

Please note that 1 person cannot book more than 4 places per tour due to limited spaces.

Also ALL individual's name, address and phone number will be required at the time of booking for Naval Base security reasons as you will be visiting restricted areas.

11am, 1pm (and 3pm if demand is high)

New to Portsmouth Historic Dockyard's Heritage Open Days find out more about mid Victorian medicine on board HMS Warrior 1860.

FREE Only 12 spaces per tour & must be booked in advance, please contact 023 9272 8060 to reserve a place.

'Heritage Open Days'

Sep 08 2010 - Sep 12 2010

Heritage Open Days

Wednesday 8 Sunday 12 September

A national event organised by English Heritage, which allows free access to buildings and the unseen collections of the Historic Dockyard.

FREE Numbers are limited & all tours must be booked in advance. Please contact 023 9272 8060 to reserve a place.

Please note that 1 person cannot book more than 4 places per tour due to limited spaces.

Also ALL individual's name, address and phone number will be required at the time of booking for Naval Base security reasons as you will be visiting restricted areas.

Wednesday 8 Friday 10 September
11am, 1pm (and 3pm if demand is high)
Medical Matters
on board HMS Warrior 1860
New to Portsmouth Historic Dockyard's Heritage Open Days find out more about mid Victorian medicine on board HMS Warrior 1860.
FREE Only 12 spaces per tour & must be booked in advance, please contact 023 9272 8060 to reserve a place.

Wednesday 8 Friday 10 September
11am
Behind The Scenes At The Mary Rose Museum
Visit the reserve collection and see thousands of amazing artefacts awaiting display in our new museum, due to open in 2012.
FREE Only 12 spaces per tour & must be booked in advance, please contact 023 9272 8060 to reserve a place.

Saturday 11 & Sunday 12 September
11am, 1pm & 3pm
Behind The Scenes Tour Of The National Museum Of The Royal Navy
Join the Museums experts for these ever popular tours behind the scenes. This is your chance to see the collections which cannot always be in our public exhibitions and to discover the history of the Museums magnificent present use storehouse built in 1763.
FREE Only 15 spaces per tour & must be booked in advance, please contact 023 9272 8060 to reserve a place.

Saturday 11 & Sunday 12 September
10.30am, 1pm & 3pm
The Block Mills Tour
Take this rare opportunity to have a guided tour around the worlds first complete steam powered factory, now disused, with blockmaking machinery invented by Isambard Kingdom Brunels father, Marc Brunel.
FREE Only 25 spaces per tour & all tours must be booked by 12noon on Wednesday 9 September for security purposes. Please contact 023 9272 8060 to reserve a place.

Saturday 11 & Sunday 12 September
10am & 3pm
Tour of Boathouse 6
at Action Stations
Tours about the history of Boathouse 6 up to the present day, including Action Stations and InterAction gallery.
FREE Only 20 spaces per tour, some areas within the tour are not accessible by a lift & must be booked in advance, please contact 023 9272 8060 to reserve a place.

Saturday 11 & Sunday 12 September
1pm
Tour the Dockyards Oldest Building
Take a guided tour of the Porters Lodge (1708), the Historic Dockyards oldest building and learn about the life and times of the Porter who unlocked the gate, rang the Muster Bell and kept a very good cellar!
FREE Only 12 spaces per tour & must be booked in advance, please contact 023 9272 8060 to reserve a place.

'Battle Stations! at the Mary Rose Museum'

Sep 11 2010 - Sep 12 2010

11am 12noon & 2pm 4pm

Longbows and arrows, cannon and shot. See Tudor weapons of war; take part in a gun drill and fire our replica gun.

FREE with a valid attraction ticket (children must be accompanied by an adult)

'Behind The Scenes Tour Of The National Museum Of The Royal Navy'

Sep 11 2010 - Sep 12 2010

Heritage Open Days

A national event organised by English Heritage, which allows free access to buildings and the unseen collections of the Historic Dockyard.

FREE Numbers are limited & all tours must be booked in advance. Please contact 023 9272 8060 to reserve a place.

Please note that 1 person cannot book more than 4 places per tour due to limited spaces.

Also ALL individual's name, address and phone number will be required at the time of booking for Naval Base security reasons as you will be visiting restricted areas.

11am, 1pm & 3pm

Join the Museums experts for these ever popular tours behind the scenes. This is your chance to see the collections which cannot always be in our public exhibitions and to discover the history of the Museums magnificent present use storehouse built in 1763.

FREE Only 15 spaces per tour & must be booked in advance, please contact 023 9272 8060 to reserve a place.

'Tour of Boathouse 6 at Action Stations'

Sep 11 2010 - Sep 12 2010

Heritage Open Days

A national event organised by English Heritage, which allows free access to buildings and the unseen collections of the Historic Dockyard.

FREE Numbers are limited & all tours must be booked in advance. Please contact 023 9272 8060 to reserve a place.

Please note that 1 person cannot book more than 4 places per tour due to limited spaces.

Also ALL individual's name, address and phone number will be required at the time of booking for Naval Base security reasons as you will be visiting restricted areas.

10am & 3pm

Tours about the history of Boathouse 6 up to the present day, including Action Stations and InterAction gallery.

FREE Only 20 spaces per tour, some areas within the tour are not accessible by a lift & must be booked in advance, please contact 023 9272 8060 to reserve a place.

'Tour the Dockyards Oldest Building'

Sep 11 2010 - Sep 12 2010

Heritage Open Days

A national event organised by English Heritage, which allows free access to buildings and the unseen collections of the Historic Dockyard.

FREE Numbers are limited & all tours must be booked in advance. Please contact 023 9272 8060 to reserve a place.

Please note that 1 person cannot book more than 4 places per tour due to limited spaces.

Also ALL individual's name, address and phone number will be required at the time of booking for Naval Base security reasons as you will be visiting restricted areas.

1pm

Take a guided tour of the Porters Lodge (1708), the Historic Dockyards oldest building and learn about the life and times of the Porter who unlocked the gate, rang the Muster Bell and kept a very good cellar!

FREE Only 12 spaces per tour & must be booked in advance, please contact 023 9272 8060 to reserve a place.

'The Block Mills Tour'

Sep 11 2010 - Sep 12 2010

Heritage Open Days

A national event organised by English Heritage, which allows free access to buildings and the unseen collections of the Historic Dockyard.

FREE Numbers are limited & all tours must be booked in advance. Please contact 023 9272 8060 to reserve a place.

Please note that 1 person cannot book more than 4 places per tour due to limited spaces.

Also ALL individual's name, address and phone number will be required at the time of booking for Naval Base security reasons as you will be visiting restricted areas.

10.30am, 1pm & 3pm

Take this rare opportunity to have a guided tour around the worlds first complete steam powered factory, now disused, with blockmaking machinery invented by Isambard Kingdom Brunels father, Marc Brunel.

FREE Only 25 spaces per tour & all tours must be booked by 12noon on Wednesday 9 September for security purposes. Please contact 023 9272 8060 to reserve a place.

'Tudor Tunes at the Mary Rose Museum'

Sep 18 2010 - Sep 19 2010

11am 12noon & 2pm 4pm

Was there a band on the Mary Rose? Come and look at the musical instruments that were found on board

FREE with a valid attraction ticket (children must be accompanied by an adult)

'Battle Stations! at the Mary Rose Museum'

Sep 25 2010 - Sep 26 2010

11am 12noon & 2pm 4pm

Longbows and arrows, cannon and shot. See Tudor weapons of war; take part in a gun drill and fire our replica gun.

FREE with a valid attraction ticket (children must be accompanied by an adult)

'Naval Ancestors: Who Do You Think They Were? at the National Museum of the Royal Navy in ...

Starts Sep 25 2010

10am

Join experts from different museums and archives for a naval family history workshop. These specialists will show you how to understand key service records and describe the typical path of different naval careers. The morning will include an opportunity for you to ask the panel a research query about your naval ancestor. Suitable for those getting started on family history research, or who have already traced information but wish to understand more.

Tickets: �15
Limited to 50 places. Booking essential, please call 02392 725490

'Fabulous Food or Gruesome Grub? at the Mary Rose Museum'

Oct 02 2010 - Oct 03 2010

11am 12noon & 2pm 4pm

Explore the world of eating and drinking in Tudor times.

FREE with a valid attraction ticket (children must be accompanied by an adult)

'Naval Voices: Oral History at the National Museum of the Royal Navy'

Starts Oct 02 2010

As part of a series of Hidden Histories Talks at the National Museum of the Royal Navy

2.30pm

Talk led by Victoria Ingles, Curator of Oral History

Each talk will last 45 minutes and be followed by afternoon tea.

Tickets: �6
Booking essential, for further details please contact 02392 727582 or email education.bookings@royalnavalmuseum.org

'Chasing Freedom: Object Handling And Trail at the National Museum of the Royal Navy'

Starts Oct 06 2010

As part of Black History Month (Friday 1 Sunday 31 October)

2pm 3pm

Find out more about the Royal Navys role in ending the transatlantic slave trade during this interactive session. Then discover more about Britains role in the slave trade with a special trail around the Museum.

FREE drop in workshop, all ages welcome

'Potions and Lotions at the Mary Rose Museum'

Oct 09 2010 - Oct 10 2010

11am 12noon & 2pm 4pm

Talk to the apothecary and find out how herbs, lotions and spices were used on board the Mary Rose.

FREE with a valid attraction ticket (children must be accompanied by an adult)

'The Opening Up Of Terra Australis, 1774 1814 at the National Museum of the Royal Navy'

Starts Oct 09 2010

10am

The Society for Nautical Research (South) present a one day conference to commemorate the bicentenary of the return of Captain Matthew Flinders (1774 1814) to England in October 1810. A panel of 6 speakers including scholars and professional hydrographers will explore the wider history of the naval exploration of Australia and of surveying in this period, as well as of Flinders himself.

Booking essential, details and cost from Peter Ashley of SNR (S), e mail picamar87@hotmail.com

'Mary Rose Anniversary Lectures at the Mary Rose Museum'

Starts Oct 10 2010

10am

Details on request Call 02392 750521.

'Snapshot In Time: The Royal Navy And Slavery at the National Museum of the Royal Navy '

Starts Oct 14 2010

As part of Black History Month (Friday 1 Sunday 31 October)

11.30am

Join us for a glimpse into the fascinating Chidwick photo archive and see for yourself how the Navy helped end the slave trade.

FREE drop in gallery talk

'Spinning a Yarn at the Mary Rose Museum'

Oct 16 2010 - Oct 17 2010

11am 12noon & 2pm 4pm

Try your hand at Tudor crafts with demonstrations of spinning and weaving by the Portchester Spinners.

FREE with a valid attraction ticket (children must be accompanied by an adult)

'Get To Know Nelson on board HMS Victory'

Starts Oct 16 2010

11am 1pm & 2pm 4pm

Crafts and activities on board HMS Victory in celebration of Nelson/'s victory at the Battle of Trafalgar.

FREE with a valid attraction ticket, all ages welcome

'Seaside Silhouettes Onboard HMS Warrior 1860'

Starts Oct 16 2010

11am 12noon and 2pm 4pm

Trace and cut out your silhouette, then mount and frame it to take home.

Drop in activity all ages welcome. FREE with valid attraction ticket

'Nelsons Multicultural Navy at the National Museum of the Royal Navy'

Starts Oct 21 2010

As part of Black History Month (Friday 1 Sunday 31 October)

11.30am

Come and find out about the international origins of the men who helped Nelson win the battle of Trafalgar.

FREE drop in gallery talk

'Tale Of Two Ships Mary Rose 1545, Vasa 1628 at the Mary Rose Museum'

Oct 23 2010 - Oct 31 2010

During October Half Term (Saturday 23 Sunday 31 October)

Daily

11am 12noon & 2pm 4pm

How does the 17th century Swedish ship compare with the Mary Rose?

Find out more about our sister museum in Stockholm.

FREE with a valid attraction ticket (children must be accompanied by an adult)

'Pumpkin Trail Family Trail on board HMS Warrior 1860'

Oct 23 2010 - Oct 31 2010

During October Half Term (Saturday 23 Sunday 31 October)

Daily

10am 4.30pm

FREE with a valid attraction ticket

'Ghost Stories on board HMS Warrior 1860'

Oct 23 2010 - Oct 24 2010

11am, 12noon, 2pm & 3pm

Interactive spooky storytelling on board.

FREE with a valid attraction ticket

'Macram� Workshop on board HMS Warrior 1860'

Starts Oct 26 2010

11am 4.30pm

FREE with a valid attraction ticket. All welcome

'Hands on Halloween on board HMS Warrior 1860'

Starts Oct 26 2010

11am 4pm

Creepy crafty days with a Halloween theme.

FREE drop in activity all ages welcome

'Ghost Stories on board HMS Warrior 1860'

Starts Oct 27 2010

11am, 12noon, 2pm & 3pm

Interactive spooky storytelling on board.

FREE with a valid attraction ticket

'Monster Mermaids & Sea Serpents at the at the National Museum of the Royal Navy'

Oct 27 2010 - Oct 28 2010

11am 1pm & 2pm 4pm

Investigate scary sea monsters and frighten your friends at Halloween with our creepy sea creature masks.

FREE drop in workshop, all ages welcome

'Hands on Halloween on board HMS Warrior 1860'

Starts Oct 28 2010

11am 4pm

Creepy crafty days with a Halloween theme.

FREE drop in activity all ages welcome

'Vile Victory! on board HMS Victory'

Oct 28 2010 - Oct 30 2010

11am 1pm & 2pm 4pm

Come aboard if you dare to create skeleton crews and ghostly ghouls down in the murky depths.

FREE with a valid attraction ticket, all ages welcome

'Trafalgar Night on board HMS Warrior 1860'

Starts Oct 29 2010

from 7pm

Commemorating Nelsons famous victory at the Battle of Trafalgar. Join us at this traditional naval celebration for an evening of fine dining and entertainment

Tickets: �75 per person. To check availability and reserve your tickets please call 023 9277 8604 or email: specialevents@hmswarrior.org

'Tours By Torchlight A Spooky Evening at the Mary Rose Museum'

Starts Oct 29 2010

6.30pm 8.30pm

A talk on Maritime Mysteries and a torch lit tour around the Mary Rose Museum, with a few spooky surprises! Hot soup and a roll included.

Places are limited, may not be suitable for under 10s.

Adults �12.00 Concessions �8.00 from 6.30pm 8.30pm

For tickets and more information, visit the Mary Rose Museum reception or email s.m.clabby@maryrose500org

In aid of the Mary Rose 500 Appeal

'Learn The Ropes! at the Mary Rose Museum'

Nov 06 2010 - Nov 07 2010

11am 12noon & 2pm 4pm

Find out about the rigging on the Mary Rose and try your hand at making anti boarding netting and tying knots

FREE with a valid attraction ticket (children must be accompanied by an adult)

'Shining Examples: Naval Medals at the National Museum of the Royal Navy'

Starts Nov 06 2010

As part of a series of Hidden Histories Talks at the National Museum of the Royal Navy

2.30pm

Talk led by Richard Noyce, Curator of Artefacts

Each talk will last 45 minutes and be followed by afternoon tea.

Tickets: �6
Booking essential, for further details please contact 02392 727582 or email education.bookings@royalnavalmuseum.org

'Tudor Life Ashore at the Mary Rose Museum'

Nov 13 2010 - Nov 14 2010

11am 12noon & 2pm 4pm

What was life like for the families of the Mary Rose crew?

FREE with a valid attraction ticket (children must be accompanied by an adult)

'Forget Me Not at the National Museum of the Royal Navy'

Starts Nov 13 2010

11am 1pm & 2pm 4pm

Join us to commemorate veterans past and present by creating your own fabric artworks inspired by souvenirs, postcards and mementoes sent by sailors to their loved ones back home.

Free drop in workshop, all ages welcome

'Bavarian Evening, Oompah Night on board HMS Warrior 1860'

Starts Nov 19 2010

from 7pm

Come and join us for this fun evening of thigh slapping, singing and swaying, with our live Oompagh band and traditional Bavarian food. Truly a unique night to remember!

Tickets: �50 per person. To check availability and reserve your tickets please call 023 9277 8604 or email: specialevents@hmswarrior.org

'Battle Stations! at the Mary Rose Museum'

Nov 20 2010 - Nov 21 2010

11am 12noon & 2pm 4pm

Longbows and arrows, cannon and shot. See Tudor weapons of war; take part in a gun drill and fire our replica gun.

FREE with a valid attraction ticket (children must be accompanied by an adult)

'Sea Shanty Night on board HMS Warrior 1860'

Starts Dec 02 2010

from 7pm

Start your seasonel celebrations with a difference! An evening of singing and table entertainment with
Shep Woolley & his Crew. Wine, dine and singalong at mess tables where sailors would have eaten in the 1860s

Tickets: �49 per person. To check availability and reserve your tickets please call 023 9277 8604 or email: specialevents@hmswarrior.org

'Christmas Wreath Art Workshop at the National Museum of the Royal Navy'

Starts Dec 04 2010

1.30pm 4.30pm

Work with a professional florist to create a beautiful nautical wreath for your home or to give as a gift.

Cost �12 including materials and afternoon refreshments

Booking essential, please call 02392 727584

'Torchlight Search for the Missing Presents! on board HMS Warrior 1860'

Starts Dec 04 2010

11am & 2pm

Help! Leading Seaman Bill Moore has lost the Christmas presents for the Captains children! Bring a torch and help him re trace his steps around the ship until theyve all been found. Free gift for all of Santas little helpers!

FREE with a valid attraction ticket. (Children must be accompanied by an adult.)

'Life Before Satnav! at the Mary Rose Museum'

Dec 04 2010 - Dec 05 2010

11am 12noon & 2pm 4pm

Find out how the Mary Rose navigator steered his course.

FREE with a valid attraction ticket (children must be accompanied by an adult)

'Torchlight Search for the Missing Presents! on board HMS Warrior 1860'

Starts Dec 11 2010

11am & 2pm

FREE with a valid attraction ticket. (Children must be accompanied by an adult.)

'Fit For A King! at the Mary Rose Museum'

Dec 11 2010 - Dec 12 2010

11am 12noon & 2pm 4pm

Dress up as Henry VIII or one of his wives. Why not bring your camera to capture the moment?

FREE with a valid attraction ticket (children must be accompanied by an adult)

'Victorian Christmas Evening on board HMS Warrior 1860'

Starts Dec 17 2010

from 7pm

Take a step back in time to Christmas past. A nostalgic evening embracing many festivities of the Victorian era to which we owe many of our traditions.

Tickets: �60 per person. To check availability and reserve your tickets please call 023 9277 8604 or email: specialevents@hmswarrior.org

'Hunt The Slipper Family Trail on board HMS Warrior 1860'

Dec 18 2010 - Jan 03 2011

During the Christmas Holidays (Saturday 18 December Monday 3 January 2011)

Daily

10am 4.30pm

FREE with a valid attraction ticket

'Tudor Games And Pastimes at the Mary Rose Museum'

Dec 18 2010 - Jan 03 2011

During the Christmas Holidays (Saturday 18 December Monday 3 January 2011)

Daily

11am 12noon & 2pm 4pm

Hands on activities for all the family.

FREE with valid attraction ticket (children must be accompanied by an adult)

'Family Christmas Trail at the Mary Rose Museum'

Dec 18 2010 - Jan 03 2011

During the Christmas Holidays (Saturday 18 December Monday 3 January 2011)

Daily

10am 4.30pm

FREE with valid attraction ticket (children must be accompanied by an adult)