1. How much are your group tickets?
Click here to view our group ticket prices.
2. What are the opening hours?
Click here for our opening hours.
3. What is the minimum/maximum group size?
The minimum group size is 15. Subject to availability, our maximum group size is 200.
4. How far in advance do I need to book?
All groups need to pre-book and make full payment at least 10 days in advance. You can book as early as a year in advance.
5. Can I get a refund if I need to cancel my booking?
No refunds will be given once the full payment has been made. Therefore it is essential we are given the final number of your group, with your payment, at least 10 days prior to your arrival.
6. When is the best time to visit you?
Our busiest times are during the school holidays and at weekends, so if you would like to avoid the crowds, please book your group visit at other times.
7. Where can I find out more about the special events you have coming up?
More information about the events we have coming up can be found on our events pages here. We do provide up to 15% discount on our group event prices if you book early.
8. Do you offer any added extras for groups?
We pride ourselves on offering unique opportunities for all of our group visitors within our range of historic and modern venues. These include guided and behind the scene tours:
The Mary Rose Museum offers guided tours of the museum lasting for up to 1 hour, led by a costumed guide and offer the chance to handle replica artefacts from the wreckage.
HMS Victory offers exclusive behind the scenes tours of Nelson’s great flagship. See the Great Cabin where the Battle of Trafalgar was planned and the spot where Nelson died.
Both of these are available if pre-requested at the time of booking. There is an extra charge for both of these tours.
Call our Advanced Sales team for further information and to book your next visit to us: 023 9283 9766.
9. Is there a coach drop off area nearby?
Coach parking areas and contact numbers are shown in our map. Pick-up times can be allocated on arrival from the Hard interchange. Parking spaces are available on a first come first served basis and can be booked through Advanced Sales with your booking. Coach drivers are given a lunch voucher to spend within our Boathouse No. 7 restaurant.
10. Is there any car parking nearby?
Yes, there are 295 car parking spaces at the Historic Dockyard Car Park, which is situated approximately 400 yards from the main entrance. Click here for more information. This car park is not suitable for coaches.
11. What disabled access is there?
Click here to find out about facilities for disabled visitors.
12. How much time should I allow to visit all attractions?
There are lots of attractions on site so we would recommend at least 4 hours to be able to enjoy everything on site. Our group all-inclusive ticket allows entrance to all attractions on the day of your visit only.
13. Do you provide catering packages for groups?
Boathouse No.7
Boathouse No.7 is a spacious and versatile venue that can accommodate up to 350 guests for dinner and 550 for buffet. Food is freshly prepared and cooked on the premises.
Prices shown are based on a minimum of 30 people. Please contact us if there are fewer than 30 people in your group for prices.
Light Refreshments: Tea, Coffee and biscuits - £1.95 per person
Prices:
One Course - £9.95 per person, Two Courses - £12.50 per person, Three Courses - £15.00 per person
Please call Boathouse No.7 for more information or to book: 023 9273 1552
The Georgian at Antiques Storehouse
Set in the fine surroundings of the newly refurbished Grade 1 listed building, Storehouse 9, we present 'The Georgian' where groups can enjoy a perfect Georgian tea.
Relax in style after exploring the Historic Dockyard and admire the interesting pieces of antiques and artwork on display, whilst indulging in a delicious cream tea or afternoon high tea. The Georgian also offers a selection of the finest quality beverages from around the world, all served with the best seasonal artisan cakes in the South of England. A 10% discount applies for all pre-booked groups.
Please call The Georgian at Antiques Storehouse for more information or to book: 023 9285 1723
14. Do you provide accommodation packages for groups?
All accommodation prices include an all-inclusive ticket to our attractions valid for the day of the visit.
Ibis Hotel, Portsmouth City Centre
Located in the city centre, the hotel is a 3 minute walk from the train station and the High Street. Ideal for weekend stays, the hotel is 10 minutes from Clarence Pier in Southsea, Gunwharf Quays and the Historic Dockyard. From £27.50 per person per night* Please call Ibis Hotel on, 0871 663 0624
*Sharing a twin bedroom including cold eat-as-much-as-you-like buffet breakfast.
Hilton Hotel, Portsmouth
Refurbished with a modern lounge bar, restaurant and bedrooms, the Hilton Hotel is ideal for a relaxing break.
Guests are welcome to use the hotel’s leisure facilities including swimming pool and outdoor tennis courts or you can treat yourself to an appointment with our beautician. From £42 per person per night** Please call Hilton Hotel on, 0800 856 8000
**Price based on 2 people sharing a room and includes dinner and breakfast and an all inclusive ticket to the attractions of Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. Single rooms are available at a supplement of £15. Offer is subject to availability.
Holiday Inn, Portsmouth
The facilities include restaurant, 24 hour room service, lounge and bar area and complimentary use for residents of the Spirit Health Club with gym, indoor pool, jacuzzi and sauna. From £45.50 per person per night*** Please call Holiday Inn on, 0871 423 4876
***Price based on 2 people sharing a room and includes dinner and breakfast. Single rooms are available at a supplement of £15. Offer is subject to availability.
Rees Hall, Southsea Seafront
A period style guest house situated just 250 metres from the seafront. The accommodation offers a choice of single or double en suite rooms, two guest lounges, a quiet courtyard garden and a fully licensed bar. From £32 per person per night**** Please call Rees Hall on, 023 9284 4884
****Price based on 2 people sharing a room and includes a full English breakfast. Flexible payment terms and free coach parking are available and evening meals can be provided on request (from £11 per person). Single rooms are available at a supplement of £10. Certain dates apply.
15. Where are the toilets?
Toilets are situated in the following areas:
Royal Naval Museum
Boathouse No.7
Georgian Tearooms
Action Stations
Mary Rose Museum (disabled only)
16. Can you go on the ships?
Yes, an all-inclusive ticket includes entrance to HMS Victory, HMS Warrior 1860.
The Mary Rose Museum is a must-see in its own right
A new museum to house the Mary Rose and reunite her with the thousands of artefacts recovered from the wreck site will be under construction from September 20th 2009, as part of a £35 million project. There will be no access to the ship itself from this date, until the museum is completed in 2012. While the museum is under construction, the Mary Rose will be interpreted in many exciting and imaginative ways within the current museum, right by the main gate, that will remain open throughout this period, including enhanced displays, interpretation of the hull by our knowledgeable guides and a new introductory film; to give visitors a different, but equally fulfilling, visitor experience.
17. Where are the shops?
There are a number of retailers on site including Nauticalia, Mary Rose Shop, Antiques Storehouse and Royal Naval Museum shop. Click here to view our Dockyard Map.
18. Where do I get the harbour tour?
Just opposite the Visitor Centre within Portsmouth Historic Dockyard.
To book or for more information please contact Portsmouth Historic Dockyard Advanced Bookings on: 023 9283 9766
