Today's Opening Times & Tickets
saturday: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Victory Gate, Portsmouth PO1 3QX
HMS Warrior
Step back in time to the golden age of steam aboard HMS Warrior, the crown jewel of the Victorian Navy.
Experience the Royal Navy during the reign of Queen Victoria, as you explore this authentic icon, reimagined to reflect her 1863 appearance and still afloat more than 150 years later. Take a leisurely stroll along the top deck, engage with a lively crew as they tell you tales of life at sea. Venture below deck into the engine rooms and see firsthand the groundbreaking machinery that revolutionised naval warfare.
Today's Opening Times & Tickets
saturday: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Victory Gate, Portsmouth PO1 3QX
Explore the ‘Iron Marvel’
Launched in 1860, HMS Warrior was Britain’s first iron-hulled, armoured battleship. She was the pride of Queen Victoria’s fleet and the largest and fastest ship of its time
This innovative ship signalled a significant evolution in the Royal Navy, being powered by steam and marking the first departure from traditional wooden ships.
Fun fact: Did you know that this ship’s masts and sails boasted enough surface area to cover 13 tennis courts?
Travel Back in Time to 1863
This ship was, and still is, a sight to behold. During her time in service, HMS Warrior welcomed over 300,000 visitors during her 12-week tour of Britain in 1863. This tour allowed the general public to experience the ship in all its wonder and in unprecedented detail.
Almost 200 years later, we’ve replicated this experience for you to enjoy. After tireless conservation work, we have been able to restore the ship’s beauty and splendour for visitors to Portsmouth Historic Dockyard.
The Pinnacle of Victorian Ingenuity
HMS Warrior was the most advanced ship in the world, marking unprecedented development in naval warfare.
She was an absolute terror of the ocean, although never firing in anger. Despite being fitted with 202 armour plates, each weighing 4.8 tonnes, she was still capable of reaching speeds of 14.4 knots. This made her faster, more durable, and far deadlier in potential combat.
It’s no wonder that Warrior became Queen Victoria’s favourite ship
Immerse Yourself in History
Today, we can bring the ship’s story to life before your eyes. Our team creates an experience of Victorian England for our visitors aboard to enjoy. Meet the people who lived, breathed and worked aboard HMS Warrior during the peak of the ship’s service. You can also enjoy exploring the ship’s beautifully recreated interior, the brightened glory of the revolutionary engine rooms, and discover the secrets behind this iron-hulled legend.
Watch: Warrior Webcam
Enjoy the stunning view of Portsmouth Harbour and Gosport, directly from the mizzen mast of HMS Warrior with our webcam. Viewers can see Royal Navy ships across the Camber and inside Portsmouth Naval Base.
The Warrior camera pans between 7 am and 5 pm daily in all weathers, taking in the surrounding area in high fidelity.
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