Portsmouth Historic Dockyard welcomes newest venture
News release issued: 17th March 2008A brand new venture, Antiques Storehouse, has been introduced at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard within one of its most historic buildings. The grand opening weekend, revealing the whole ground floor of Antiques Storehouse including ‘The Georgian’, their new English tearoom, will take place on the Saturday 22 and Sunday 23 March with special guests, music, fine food and drink and music.
The newest and largest antiques centre on the South Coast, Antiques Storehouse sits perfectly within the portfolio of the Historic Dockyard, surrounded by the historic ships and museums. It features 6,000 sq feet of retail space with many independent specialist items, creating an imaginative use of the Grade 1 listed Georgian building that has played a vital role in the Dockyard since 1782.
A wide range of antiques, art and collectables are available, including nautical items, Roman artefacts, Arts & Crafts ceramics, Georgian and Victorian furniture, ideal for collecting or interior design.
The Antiques Storehouse is also home to its charming van, which has already become a familiar feature of the Historic Dockyard’s scenery.
In March, the Antiques Storehouse will be introducing a catering outlet, which will be the first of its kind at the Historic Dockyard. ‘The Georgian’ at Antiques Storehouse is a traditional English tearooms with a contemporary twist, serving cream teas, afternoon high tea, an international selection of quality beverages from around the world and seasonal artisan cakes. Visitors can also enjoy lunches served with wine or beer and there will be a sweet shop for the children.
The introduction of Antiques Storehouse and The Georgian are a welcome feature to the historic Dockyard and serve to remind visitors that entry to the Historic Dockyard is free and all shops, restaurants and cafes can be visited throughout the day, (except during some special events). Tickets are only required to visit the attractions, HMS Victory, HMS Warrior 1860, the Mary Rose, the Royal Naval museum and Action Stations.
