HMS Victory
Standing proud in her home of No. 2 dry dock, HMS Victory is one of the most famous warships ever built. Built between 1759-1765, Victory was a first-rate, ship-of-the-line.
In 1805, Vice Admiral Lord Nelson on board his flagship, HMS Victory, led 27 British ships into battle off Cape Trafalgar against a much larger combined French and Spanish fleet.
Thanks to Nelson's inspired leadership, the British won a great victory and the Battle of Trafalgar has become a defining moment in our history. But Nelson paid the ultimate price - struck by a single bullet as he paced the quarterdeck with his captain, Thomas Hardy, he survived just long enough to learn the outcome of the battle.
Visit HMS Victory and see the Great Cabin where the battle was planned, the spot where Nelson died and the once crowded decks where over 800 men lived, worked and fought.
Also included on your ticket when you visit HMS Victory from March 18 2005 (subject to availability) is the Trafalgar Sail Exhibition which shows the last remaining sail from HMS Victory at the Battle of Trafalgar. Having survived two centuries, the sail has undergone extensive conservation work and is accompanied by an audio and lighting presentation along with an exhibition depicting the history of the sail from its manufacture.
HMS Victory can now offer a new virtual tour of the iconic ship via a special DVD. From Monday 10th March those visitors to the ship who are physically less able can take the new, 35 minute tour without going beyond the ship's more easily accessible lower gun deck.
Opening Times
| 01/04/2008 - 01/10/2008 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| 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* |
|---|---|
| Family | £32.00 |
| Adult | £12.00 |
| Concessions | £10.00 |
| Child | £8.00 |
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.
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
Accessibility
- Facilities for Visually Impaired Visitors - Some tactile exhibits Braille script
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Ramp/Level Access - Due to historic nature of ship access is difficult. Video on board. Uneven surface around entrance
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors - In dockyard area
HMS Victory
Victory gate
HM Naval Base
Portsmouth
Hampshire
PO1 3LJ
Telephone: +44 023 9283 9766
Fax: +44 023 9283 8228