A Sailor’s Story: Life on board the Mary Rose

Who were the crew members aboard? What was life like? Who was in charge and what on earth is a bosuns whistle? Did they enjoy ale or wine? What’s a ship’s biscuit and what did they wear?

Pick up a copy of our family trail and follow the museum route to uncover these fascinating facts. Pick up a FREE collectable pop-badge at the end of your visit once the trail is complete.

Ever wondered what a Tudor sailor wore? Meet costumed guides around the museum.

Have you ever wanted to know what Tudor rope smelt like or what it felt like to draw a Tudor bow? Handle real and replica artefacts on our gallery handling tables and find out for yourself.

Learn to write like a Tudor and create your own sailor’s story with our calligraphy crafts sessions! Use a quill pen and ink to write your Tudor Sailor’s story. 

Free with a valid Mary Rose ticket (Including the Portsmouth Historic Dockyard Ultimate Explorer!)

Please note: 

Calligraphy crafts are running Mon 13th Feb – Fri 17th Feb 11am – 2pm ONLY  
Our family trail is complimentary; however we do ask for a small donation of £1 which goes towards the continued preservation of the museum and collection.