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Shipwright Scaffolding Tour

National Museum of the Royal Navy, Stoney Lane, H M Naval Base, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3NH

  • Multiple dates available
  • In person
  • Pre-booking required

A great opportunity to get behind the scenes with our skilled team of shipwrights and explore the conservation work on the portside of the scaffolding.

Shipwrights will discuss how they combine traditional and modern tools with teamwork and skill to undertake this vital conservation work.  

Please note you must be 16 years or older to take part in this tour. Participants must also be able to climb multiple flights of steep stairs and walk on uneven surfaces. You will also be required to wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).

Timings & Tours

Tuesday 10 September:
1030-1115, 1230-1315, 1400-1445
Wednesday 11 September:
1030-1115, 1230-1315, 1400-1445

Location & directions

National Museum of the Royal Navy, Stoney Lane, H M Naval Base, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3NH

Directions:
Please meet at the entrance of HMS Victory Live: The Big Repair to begin your tour. Please allow time for our security checks and to walk up to the ship.
Contact on day:
Claire Hargreaves 02392891370
Telephone number:
+442392891370

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking required
Booking conditions:
Space is limited so please book in advance to avoid disappointment. Booking this event does not include general entry to the museums or ships. A valid ticket is required to visit these areas. -Pre-booking is essential -Max of 15 people per tour, 45 minutes in length -Participants must be able to climb multiple flights of steep stairs and walk on uneven surfaces. You will also be supplied with Personal Protective Equipment such as steel toe capped boots, Hard hat and hi vis jacket.
Booking contact name:
Claire Hargreaves
Booking telephone number:
+442392891370
Booking email:
[email protected]
Booking website:
https://www.nmrn.org.uk/events/shipwright-scaffolding-tour?utm_source=HeritageOpenDays&utm_medium=HOD&utm_id=HOD
Booking opens:
09 Aug 2024 12:00 AM
Booking closes:
01 Sep 2024 12:00 AM

Accessibility details

Due to the historic nature of the ship and the areas included in the tour access is limited.

Additional information

Max no of people per tour:
15
Est. tour duration:
0 hour(s) 45 minute(s)

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