School Groups
Bring learning to life at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard! We offer a wide range of interactive, hands-on experiences for students of all ages. To explore our full program of school bookings and resources, please visit our schools page.
Accessibility
We work very hard to ensure our facilities are as safe as possible for all of our visitors. Follow this link to find important information about access to each of our attractions.
Getting to us
Are you planning your visit to Portsmouth Historic Dockyard? Find everything you need right here!
Click on the link below to learn more about our essential guides for all our exciting attractions.
Portsmouth Named to the UK City of Culture 2029 Longlist!
At Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, we see the soul of this city every single day. We see it in the five centuries of human stories etched into our timber and stone. We see it in the lives shaped by the Solent, and in the enduring grit of a community that has always looked toward the horizon. […]
The Totally Serious Guide to Portsmouth Historic Dockyard (For Grown-Ups)
Ahoy there. You might arrive at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard with the noble intention of “a bit of culture.” Maybe some light learning. A quiet wander. A sensible coffee. Let’s manage expectations. This is not that kind of day. Welcome to the entirely serious, absolutely responsible guide to exploring Portsmouth Historic Dockyard as a fully grown […]
The Mini Explorers Totally Serious Guide to Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
A family day out in Portsmouth this Spring. Ahoy there, grown-ups. You might think you’re in charge of today’s outing, but let’s be honest. The real captains of any family day out at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard are the Mini Explorers. Welcome to the Mini Explorers guide to the Dockyard, the official handbook for the next generation of […]
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Take a look at our frequently asked questions for answers to our most common enquiries, or contact us using the details below.
Can I bring my dog to Portsmouth Historic Dockyard?
We regret that with the exception of assistance and guide pets, animals are not permitted on site to Portsmouth Historic Dockyard or Submarine Museum. Explosion Museum allow pets to their café though they will not be permitted inside the museum itself.
Can I store my luggage at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard?
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard is part of a working naval base, meaning we are unable to provide any luggage storage facilities. This means visitors cannot leave luggage anywhere on site and unattended items may be confiscated or destroyed by the MOD police.
We understand that visitors may be attending Portsmouth Historic Dockyard with travel bags and luggage, and so we recommend the following: The Premier Inn Portsmouth Dockyard Hotel is located just outside of the entrance to our site, Victory Gate, and can provide luggage storage facilities through Stasher.com.
This service costs £5.90 per bag for a day (£6.85 inc. service fee) with up to 10 spaces available, and is also located at two alternative Portsmouth Premier Inn locations. Please note that this is not a site facility: for any enquiries please see the Stasher FAQs or contact Premier Inndirectly at 0330 128 1342.
Is the Dockyard open?
We are happy to confirm that Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and all the attractions are open. For the most up to date opening times we recommend checking our opening times page.
Still need help?
For all general enquiries, please contact us at:
Email: enquiries@nmrn.org.uk
For specific enquiries, reach out to the relevant department:
Venue Hire: For information about hiring one of our unique venues for events, please email: enquiries@nmrn.org.uk
Trade, Groups, and Learning: For group bookings, educational visits, or trade-related enquiries, please contact us at: enquiries@nmrn.org.uk