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Dive the Mary Rose 4D

NEW FOR 2023

A new 4D immersive theatre experience showcasing the untold story of the finding, excavation, and recovery of the Mary Rose

Included in a Mary Rose Ticket

Afternoon Tea Experiences

28th July - 1st October 2023

Treat yourselves or your loved ones with a luxury experience this summer, including a guided tour and afternoon tea at the Boathouse 4 restaurant. 

Christmas Ships 02 Dec - 03 Dec 2023
Saturday 2nd - Sunday 3rd December 2023

As part of our joint event with HMS Warrior, we invite you to explore Christmas through the ages, with Victorian Christmas onboard HMS Warrior and a celebration of Tudor Christmas traditions brought to life at The Mary Rose. 

At the Mary Rose Museum, this event will immerse you into...

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Talk and Tour Experience: Tudor Archery and How To Make A Tudor Arrow 09 Dec - 09 Dec 2023
Saturday 9th December 2023

Join us for this unique and unforgettable experience which explores archery in Tudor times.

Discover how a Tudor arrow was made step by step, explore the museum with a guided, behind the scenes tour of our collection. Enjoy refreshments in our wardroom and access to our exterior VIP balcony. 

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Tudor Christmas Trail 16 Dec - 02 Jan 2024
Saturday 16th December 2023 - Tuesday 2nd January 2024

What is a yule log? 

What is the Lord of Misrule? 

How many days of Christmas did the Tudors celebrate?

Who ate golden boars’ heads and what on earth is wassailing? 

Find out with our Tudor Christmas Trail which uncovers the many wonderfully festive, and sometimes peculiar...

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Christmas Candle Making 16 Dec - 20 Dec 2023
Saturday 16th, Tuesday 19th - Wednesday 20th December 2023

Take part in Christmas Candle Making with our Hands on History craft sessions. 

Create your very own Tudor inspired candle from beeswax, take it home and enjoy the cosy candlelight, and warming scent of honey.

Free activity - with a valid Mary Rose/Portsmouth Historic Dockyard ticket.

Please note: no...

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Relaxed Opening Morning 31 Dec - 31 Dec 2023
Sunday 31st December 2023

Every month we hold Relaxed Opening or Lights Up mornings, where from 10am-12 noon the lights in the museum will be at a higher level, and sound effects will be turned down. As always our wonderful team of volunteers and staff will be on hand to guide you through the...

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Relaxed Opening Morning 25 Jan - 25 Jan 2024
Thursday 25th January 2024

Every month we hold Relaxed Opening or Lights Up mornings, where from 10am-12 noon the lights in the museum will be at a higher level, and sound effects will be turned down. As always our wonderful team of volunteers and staff will be on hand to guide you through the...

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Guided Tours

Enhance your visit with a guided tour, we have options for every level of interest!

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Ultimate Ship Hall Experiences

Join us for a VIP, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to get closer to the Mary Rose than ever before!

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Venue Hire at The Mary Rose

Set in the heart of Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, the Mary Rose museum is an unique venue that will make any occasion unforgettable.

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