Royal Marines Museum

Eastney Esplanade
Southsea
Hampshire
PO4 9PX

Tel: +44 (0)2392 819 385
Fax: +44 (0)2392 838 420
Email: info@royalmarinesmuseum.co.uk
Web: http://www.royalmarinesmuseum.co.uk


The Royal Marines Museum, winner of Tourism South East's 2008 "Best Small Visitor Attraction of the Year" award, is in what was one of the most stately Officers' Messes in England.

Learn about the Marines' globe-trotting exploits, and see the difference they made in every corner of the globe. See how people become a Royal Marine, and experience for yourself the barrack conditions they once lived in. Find out about the fierce battles they took part in, including the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805 and D-Day in World War Two.

Explore the conditions of jungle warfare - Marines style - and come face to face with a snake and scorpions! See for yourself how the Falklands Conflict unfolded, and remember what a prominent role the Royal Marines played. Learn about the modern Royal Marines, and life within the Royal Navy today.

Discover our breathtaking, refurbished Medal Room, proudly displaying most of the Museum's collection of 8,000 medals, and see our Victoria Cross Display highlighting the bravery of all 10 Royal Marines who have been awarded this famous medal.

Enjoy our hands-on activities, interactive displays, rifle simulator, special exhibitions and more - there's something fun for everyone!

General Information:

  • FREE parking, including designated parking for disabled
  • Full wheelchair access
  • Range of facilities for visitors with Hearing/Visual Impairment
  • Cafe and Gift Shop on site
  • Group discounts available# FREE educational visits - please telephone for terms

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    Opening Times
    (2009 times)
    Open 7 days a week throughout the year, from 10.00am - 5.00pm.
    (closed over Christmas period - contact Museum for details.

    Admission Charges
    (2009 prices)
    Adult £5.95; Senior Citizen £4.75: Child(5 - 16yrs) £3.75; Under 5 yrs Free.
    Registered Disabled £3.00 (free admission for one assistant)
    Family Ticket: £14.50 (admits 2 adults and up to 4 children)

    Directions
    By Car: Via A3 (M) from London, A33 from Winchester, M27 from Southampton or A277 from Brighton - follow signs for Southsea and head towards the Seafront, from which the Museum is sign posted.
    By Rail: Portsmouth Harbour, Portsmouth and Southsea or Fratton - then by bus or taxi.
    By Bus: Buses run from all rail stations to Eastney plus a short walk.
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    Royal Marines Museum Postcode for SatNav: PO4 9PX

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