Father’s Day At Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
There is plenty for dads to do at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard this Father’s Day. Steeped in history with 6 must-see attractions for 1 great price, visitors can cover 800 years of naval history with 3 world-famous vessels HMS Victory, Mary Rose and HMS Warrior 1860, Action Stations, the Royal Naval Museum and Harbour Tours, not to mention a variety of retail and catering outlets to treat your dad to something special.
As well as looking around the top attractions, there are over 27 interactive exhibits in Action Stations. Kids can challenge dad to escape from pirates in the simulator ride; race him up the climbing tower; take shelter as he tries to shoot down a gunship helicopter; or watch as he tries his hand at flying a replica Merlin helicopter, just like the one on the navy’s newest and most advanced warship HMS Daring, equipped with realistic controls and buttons.
Events on Father’s Day:
Father's Day at the Mary Rose Museum
Sunday June 21 2009
2pm - 3pm
Learn about knots and rigging on the Mary Rose. Dads are invited to pop into the shop to sample Tudor beer and cider.
FREE with valid ticket.
Porter's Garden Midsummer Party
Sunday June 21 2009
2pm – 4pm
Set in the lovely garden of the eighteenth century Porter’s Lodge near Victory Gate. Enjoy a strawberry cream tea with delicious Porter’s Garden fruit cup plus live entertainment from Con Brio Singers and the St Ann’s Hand Bell Ringers.
Tickets £5.00 (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 Porterl''s Garden, 44 Lindley Avenue, Southsea PO4 9NU
