Location Map
Dockyard Apprentice
During the 18th and 19th centuries Portsmouth Historic Dockyard was the greatest industrial complex in the world.
The Dockyard Apprentice tells the story of Dockyard life in 1911, the time when the great Dreadnought battleships were being constructed.
Based in Boathouse 7, the exhibition invites the visitor to become an apprentice for the day, clocking in at the Victory Gate and learning all about the crafts and skills which once made Portsmouth Dockyard the greatest shipbuilding centre in the world.
No Admission Price
All inclusive tickets for one entry to HMS Victory, Mary Rose & Ship Hall, Harbour Tour and unlimited entry to HMS Warrior 1860, Royal Naval Museum and Action Stations are also available.
Opening Times
Open All Year
| 01/11/2008 - 01/03/2009 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 | 17:30 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 | 17:30 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 | 17:30 |
| Thursday | 10:00 | 17:30 |
| Friday | 10:00 | 17:30 |
| Saturday | 10:00 | 17:30 |
| Sunday | 10:00 | 17:30 |
| Bank Holiday | 10:00 | 17:30 |
| 01/04/2009 - 31/10/2009 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 | 18:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 | 18:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 | 18:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 | 18:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 | 18:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 | 18:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 | 18:00 |
| Bank Holiday | 10:00 | 18:00 |
Ticket Information
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Free Admission | Free |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Road Directions
The Historic Dockyard is less than 5 miles from Junction 12 of the M27. Follow the brown Historic Waterfront signs from the M275 into Portsmouth. Car parking is available on-site, or if the car park is full an alternative car park is available within a 5 minute walk. Please see our car parking page for more information.
Public Transport Directions
Rail
London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour is only a 90 minute journey and these run frequently. There are also regular services to and from Southampton Central with links to the South West and the West country.
Bus
Many local and regional bus services stop at the Hard Interchange (adjacent to Historic Dockyard entrance). Please visit First Bus , Stagecoach or Solent Blue Line bus services for the most up to date routes and timetables.
Facilities
Provider Preferences
- Indoor Attraction
Accessibility
- All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
- Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Dockyard Apprentice
Visitor Centre
Victory Gate, HM Naval Base
Portsmouth
Hampshire
PO1 3LJ
Telephone: +44 023 9283 9766
Fax: +44 023 9283 8228
