The Mary Rose Ticket Portal

Join us for a memorable museum experience, which goes beyond the average visit, taking guests on a journey through many wonderful and fearsome guns found aboard the Mary Rose, Tudor weaponry, and our one-of-a-kind collection of 16th century objects. 

This experience combines a behind the scenes tour, led by our expert guides, throughout the museum galleries; allowing guests to delve deeper into our extraordinary collection; an interactive gun drill using a full-scale replica Tudor gun; followed by a private talk, exclusive to guests as part of this experience, which will uncover the many fascinating facts about the guns found aboard the ship. 

Learn about the crewmen who operated the many guns aboard, the officers in charge, the guns themselves, their use and design. From handheld muskets, gun shields and hail shot to huge bronze and iron guns; explore the range and shear force of the guns onboard, where they were positioned, where we found them and more. 

What to expect:

• Behind the scenes tour led by costumed expert guide
• Guided tour of the Mary Rose Museum and access to view our Archive -  not normally on display to the public
• Witness and participate in a simulated gun drill, using our full-scale replica port piece and equipment
• A break with refreshments (tea, coffee, water), served in our private Wardroom suite, with access to our Bridge Balcony overlooking Portsmouth harbour
• 40-minute interactive talk
• Plenty of time for questions and answers with your guide

This experience is perfect for history lovers and those wanting to experience something a little more than the average museum visit. 

Capacity for this experience is limited at 16 places, book now to avoid disappointment. 

Please Note: This experience price includes entry to The Mary Rose Museum for the day of, and time of the event only, and does not include a Mary Rose Museum ticket.