Royal Marines Museum

Discover The Royal Marines

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Rally the Troops by exploring and discovering the stories behind the "Elite Fighting Force" that is the ROYAL MARINES.

With interactive displays, an unrivalled collection gathered from operations around the globe plus the odd snake and scorpion, it's a great day out!

Open every day fron 10am to 5 pm

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A delightful day out...

The Royal Marines Museum, situated on the seafront at Southsea, Portsmouth, is a proud and welcoming Museum set in striking Victorian surroundings.

Based in the lavishly decorated former Officers' Mess of Eastney Barracks, built in the 1860s for the Royal Marine Artillery, the Museum is situated in the very heart of their history.

From their origins in 1664 through to their roles in areas ranging from Trafalgar through to China, the Falklands and the Gulf, every aspect of their past can be seen at the Museum.

The Museum is an ideal venue for a group visit, offering "free" coach parking, full disabled access, hearing loops and highly trained staff to assist you. As a Quality Assured Visitor Attraction" you can be safe in the knowledge your trip will be a memorable experience.

With the Quartermaster's Kitchen on site able to offer a wide range of drinks, snacks and meals, the Museum can truly cater to your group's every need. For further details on refreshments, please contact the Catering Manager of the Quartermaster's Kitchen, on 023 9288 2411

Incentives

We pride ourselves on the group service we offer.

Groups of 10 or more individuals not only receive 10% off their admission price when visiting, but also receive access to the following benefits:

Free coach parking

Free admission for the coach driver

A free voucher for the coach driver to the value of £5 for use in the Quartermaster's Kitchen (non transferable)

Free admission for the Group Organiser

Free Welcome Talk (if required)

Free access to grounds and Memorial gardens

When and where to find us

The Royal Marines Museum is situated on the seafront to the east of Southsea, Portsmouth.

It is openall year from 10am to 5pm (excluding Christmas)

Travelling by coach, the best routes are via the A3(M) from London, M3 from Winchester, M27 from Southampton and A27 from Chichester.

For those travelling from the west, the Museum can be found by taking junction 12 of the M27 onto the A27, then the A288.

From the east to Portsmouth, the Museum can be found by taking the A2030 junction off the A27, turning south on the A288.

Brown information signs will lead you to the Museum.

Adress: Royal Marines Museum, Southsea, Hampshire, PO4 9PX

E-mail: info@royalmarinesmuseum.co.uk

Phone: 023 9281 9385

Url: www.royalmarinesmuseum.co.uk

2008 was their 50th Anniversary

In 2008 The Royal Marines Museum proudly celebrated its 50th Anniversary; with exciting new exhibitions like "The Making of the Royal Marines Commando".

It Opened in June with numerous special events throughout the year.

The sumptuous surroundings will be home to everything from fun family workshops and the "Museums at Night" event through to the band of Her Majesties Royal Marines, Portsmouth playing in the grounds.

Needless to say, there will always be something for everyone...

From their early beginnings in 1664

From their early beginnings in 1664, through to their recent involvements in Afghanistan and Iraq, the Museum highlights the skills, determination and courage of those proud to serve the Royal Marines.

Based in the lavishly decorated former Officer's Mess of Eastney Barracks, built in the 1860s for the Royal Marine Artillery, it is situated in the very heart of the Corps history.

For more information: www.royalmarinesmuseum.co.uk

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World-renowned elite fighting force

Immerse yourself in what we have to offer, explore the exhibits, enjoy our interactive displays and films, and see how the Royal Marines have developed into the world-renowned elite fighting force of today.

Learn about the Marines' globe-trotting exploits and see the difference they made in every corner of the globe.

See how people joined the Royal Marines, and experience for yourself the barrack conditions they lived in.

Find out about the many fierce battles they took part in; including the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805. And D-Day landings in world War II.

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Collection of 8,000 medals

Learn about 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-day Royal Marines and life within the Royal Navy today.

Explore our breathtaking and newly refurbished Medal Room, proudly displaying the collection of 8,000 medals and see our Victoria Cross Display highlighting the bravery of 10 Royal Marines who have been awarded the famous medal.

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