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Discount Voucher Discount Voucher DEFENCE OF THE REALM 2013 Discount Voucher DEFENCE OF THE REALM 2013 Discount Voucher DEFENCE OF THE REALM 2013 Discount Voucher DEFENCE OF THE REALM 2013 Portsmouth & Gosport 1 Royal Marines Museum Entrench yourself in the colourful and exciting story of the Royal Marines brought to life through dramatic and interactive displays. A great day out for all the family. Eastney Esplanade, Southsea PO4 9PX T: 023 9281 9385 W: www.royalmarinesmuseum.co.uk See website for opening times. Adult: £9.00; Child: £4.00; Senior: £7.00; Student: £4.00; Disabled (+carer): £7.00; Family: £22.00 (2 adults & 4 children) or £13.00 (1 adult & 2 children). 1 1 Southsea Castle Fort built by Henry VIII (1544) to protect Portsmouth. Displays include exhibition on castle’s history and Portsmouth’s military history, audio- visual show and a variety of cannons. Clarence Esplanade, Southsea PO5 3PA T: 023 9282 6722 W: www.southseacastle.co.uk Open Apr-Sept, Tues-Sun (closed Mons, except Bank Hols) 10am-5pm. Closed Oct-Mar, except for groups by prior appointment. Free admission (children aged 13 and under must be accompanied by an adult). 2 1 D-Day Museum and Overlord Embroidery Experience the world’s largest ever seaborne invasion. Features the 83m (272ft) ‘Overlord Embroidery’ which tells the story of the Normandy landings, audio-visual presentation, military equipment and memorabilia, vehicles and personal memories. Portsmouth visitor information centre. Clarence Esplandade, Southsea PO5 3NT T: 023 9282 6722 W: www.ddaymuseum.co.uk Open Apr-Sept, 10am-5.30pm; Oct-Mar, 10am-5pm. Last entry 30 mins before closing. Closed 24-26 Dec and 1 Jan. Adult: £6.50; Senior: £5.50; Child/student/leisure card holder: £4.50. Children aged 17 and under are FREE with a full-paying adult. 3 1 Portsmouth Fortifications Portsmouth’s Round Tower commands the entrance to the harbour, whilst the Square Tower is situated at the end of Old Portsmouth’s High Street. The best way of seeing Portsmouth‘s fascinating fortifications is on a guided walk. Visitor Information Service, Clarence Esplanade, Southsea PO5 3PB T: 023 9282 6722 W: www.visitportsmouth.co.uk 4 1 Portsmouth Historic Dockyard A truly memorable maritime day out! HMS Victory, HMS Warrior 1860, National Museum of the Royal Navy, Action Stations, Harbour Tours and revealing in 2013 – the new Mary Rose Museum. Visitor Centre, Victory Gate, HM Naval Base, Portsmouth PO1 3LJ T: 023 9283 9766 W: www.historicdockyard.co.uk Open daily from 10am. Last attraction tickets sold at 4.30pm (Apr-Oct) and 4pm (Nov-Mar). Closed Xmas Eve - Boxing Day. All attraction tickets include unlimited* entry for a year plus a FREE boat tour of Portsmouth Harbour. (*Entry to special events not included.) Please see www.historicdockyard.co.uk for pricing. 5 1 Royal Navy Submarine Museum Dive into history at the Royal Navy Submarine Museum – come aboard, meet the crew and discover what life was like living under the sea. Haslar Jetty Road, Gosport PO12 2AS T: 023 9251 0354 W: www.submarine-museum.co.uk Open Apr-Oct, daily,10am-5pm; Nov-March open Weds-Sun, 10am-4.30pm and daily during school holidays. Adult: £10.00; Child: £7.00; Senior: £8.00; Student: £7.00; Family: £28.00. 7 Southampton 1 Solent Sky Aviation Museum The full story of aviation in Hampshire. Climb aboard the huge Sandringham Flying Boat, mingle with Spitfires and aircraft from many other companies. Hundreds of paintings, models and engines to make it an exciting family visit. Albert Road South, Southampton SO14 3FR T: 023 8063 5830 W: www.spitfireonline.co.uk Open Tues-Sat, 10am-5pm; Sun 12pm-5pm. Closed on Mons except during school holidays Adult: £6.50; Child: £4.50; Senior: £5.50; Family: £17.50. 10 1 Royal Victoria Country Park Site of a former Victorian military hospital. Explore the magnificent chapel when you book a tower tour, or look out for our special event days. Discover the woodland, fields and foreshore for a fun family day out. Facilities include tearooms, play area, miniature railway and events programme. Netley, Southampton SO31 5GA T: 023 8045 5157 W: www.hants.gov.uk/rvcp Open (park) 8am. Closing time varies with season. Tower tours must be booked in advance. Pay and display parking operates throughout the year. 11 1 The Tank Museum The Tank Museum brings the story of tanks and tank crew to life, supported by the world’s best collection of tanks and boasting action packed live displays during school holidays. Bovington, Dorset BH20 6JG T: 01929 405096 W: www.tankmuseum.org Open daily, 10am-5pm. Limited Xmas opening See website for admission prices. All tickets include an annual pass. 12 Dorset Useful information See www.visit-hampshire.co.uk for more details on Accommodation Places to eat Travel and transport information Other places to visit Catch up on the latest happenings by following Hampshire on twitter: www.twitter.com/visithampshire The information in this brochure was correct at the time of going to press in March 2013. The individual sites, however, reserve the right to alter prices, events, displays and opening times. Please telephone sites in advance to check details before making a long journey. DESIGN: WWW.TOUCANDESIGNUK.CO.UK Key for symbols Cafe Bus stop within 0.5km Train Station within 1km Full wheelchair access Partial Wheelchair access Induction Loop Discount voucher 1 Royal Signals Museum Dorset’s hidden gem! From semaphore to high-tech cyberspace and electronic warfare. Discover the rapidly evolving story of the British Army’s cutting edge – the Royal Signals. Interactive history, science and technology. Blandford Camp, Dorset DT11 8RH T: 01258 482 248 W: www.royalsignalsmuseum.com Open Mon-Fri (all year) 10am-5pm (last entry 4pm); Weekends and Bank Holidays (15 Feb-27 Oct) 10am-4pm (last entry 3pm); Closed Xmas (24-26 Dec) and New Year (31 Dec-1 Jan). Adult: £7.50; Child: £5.50; Senior Citizens: £6.50; Student: £4.50; Family: £22.00. 13 Aldershot & North Hants 1 Museum of Army Flying A unique collection of aviation history. Explore over 35 incredible historic aircraft from WW1 to the present day. Delve into the rich history, heroic feats and personal stories of extraordinary aviators or get to grips with the hi-tech world of attack helicopters. It’s easy to come for the morning and end up spending the whole day. Middle Wallop, Stockbridge SO20 8DY T: 01264 784 421 W: www.flying-museum.org.uk Open daily, 10am-4.30pm. Adult: £9.00; Child: £6.50; Senior: £7.50; Family: £28.50. 19 Winchester’s Military Museums Outstanding collection of five of the British Army’s finest Regiments. Peninsula Barracks, Romsey Road SO23 8TS W: www.winchestermilitarymuseums.co.uk Winchester 1 Portsmouth Fortifications 4 The Gurkha Museum Peninsula Barracks, Romsey Road, SO23 8TS T: 01962 842 832 W: www.thegurkhamuseum.co.uk Open Mon-Sat, 10am-5pm (last entry 4.30pm); Sun 12pm-4pm (last entry 3.30pm). Closed Suns 11 Nov ‘12-24 Mar ‘13. Adult: £2.00; Child: Free; Senior: £1.00. 16 5 1 Portsmouth Fortifications 4 The Royal Green Jackets (Rifles) Museum Peninsula Barracks, Romsey Road, SO23 8TS T: 01962 828 549 W: www.rgjmuseum.co.uk E: [email protected] Open Mon-Sat, 10am-5pm. Closed Sun except 30 Jun-15 Sept. Adult: £3.50; Child: £2.00; Senior: £2.50; Family: £7.00. 17 1 Basing House The dramatic ruins of the Marquis of Winchester’s enormous palace, stormed by Cromwell in 1645 after the longest siege of the English Civil War. Site museum, recreated garden, Great Barn exhibition and more! Bartons Lane, Basing, Basingstoke RG24 8AE T: 0845 603 5635 W: www.basinghouse.org.uk E: [email protected] Open 2 Mar-31 Oct, 11am-4pm, Sat-Thurs (closed Fridays). Adult: £5.10; Child: (5-15 years) £4.10; Concessions: (60+/Students) £4.60; Family: (2 adults and 2 children) or (1 adult and up to 3 children) £14.30. 21 1 REME Museum of Technology The Museum’s unique collection of vehicles, weapons, electronics, uniforms and many other artefacts, enhanced by interactive displays, enables visitors to experience how the REME has sustained its position at the forefront of technology. Isaac Newton Road, Arborfield RG2 9NJ T: 0118 976 3375 W: www.rememuseum.org.uk E: [email protected] Open Mon-Thu, 9am-4.30pm; Fri 9am-4.00pm; Sun 11am-4.00pm; Closed Sat, Xmas and New Year. Adult: £5.00; Child: £4.00; Senior: £4.00; Family: £15.00. 22 1 Army Medical Services Museum The museum tells the story of the contribution made by the army in the history of medicine, veterinary medicine, nursing and dentistry from 1660 to the present day. It includes medical equipment, uniforms and ambulances. There are quizzes and trails for children. Keogh Barracks, Ash Vale, Aldershot GU12 5RQ T: 01252 868 612 W: www.ams-museum.org.uk Open Mon-Fri, 9.30am-3.30pm. Free. 24 New Forest Buckler’s Hard A historic 18th century shipbuilding village near Beaulieu where ships for Nelson’s navy were built. Celebrating its 50th anniversary, explore the renewed Maritime Museum, historic cottage displays and SS Persia exhibition. Plus, enjoy the woodland walks, or take a seasonal river cruise (separate charges apply). Buckler’s Hard, Beaulieu SO42 7XB T: 01590 616 203 W: www.bucklershard.co.uk Open daily except Xmas Day, 29 Mar-30 Sept, 10am-5.30pm; rest of year 10am-4.30pm. See website or call for admission prices. 26 Hurst Castle A Tudor Castle where Charles I was imprisoned in 1648. The Victorian wings hold a large collection of guns and exhibitions. Fantastic views of the Solent. Approached by foot or ferry from Keyhaven. Milford on Sea SO41 0TR T: 01590 642 344 & 642 500 W: www.hurstcastle.co.uk Open daily, 1 Apr-31 Oct, 10.30am-5.30pm. Adult: £4.50; Child: £2.50; Senior: £4.00; Student: £4.00. 27 Discount Voucher DEFENCE OF THE REALM 2013 3 D-Day Museum and Overlord Embroidery Save 15% 15% off adult/senior ticket Valid for two people only. Cannot be used with any other offer. Valid until March 2014. 3 Discount Voucher DEFENCE OF THE REALM 2013 3 Solent Sky Aviation Museum Save £1.00 £1.00 off adult admission ticket One voucher per adult. 10 3 Royal Signals Museum Save £7.50 Buy one ticket get one free One voucher per group. Least expensive priced entry free. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer. Check website for exceptional closing. 13 3 The Royal Green Jackets (Rifles) Museum Save £1.00 £1.00 off single adult admission Discount available on presentation of voucher. 17 Discount Voucher DEFENCE OF THE REALM 2013 3 Basing House Save £5.10 One adult free with a full paying adult or concession Not to be used in conjunction with any other, voucher, pass or on event days. Valid until 31 Oct 2013. 21 3 REME Museum of Technology Save 20% £1.00 off adult entry Not to be used in conjunction with a museum event day. One voucher per adult. 22 3 Aldershot Military Museum Save £3.20 Two for the price of one Not allowed to be used on event dates or in conjunction with any other promotion. Not to be used for family tickets or pre booked groups. 23 Discount Voucher DEFENCE OF THE REALM 2013 3 Buckler’s Hard Save 20% 20% discount off entry voucher 20% discount off standard entry price for up to 6 people. Not to be used with other offers or on event days. Valid until 31 March 2014. Code: DEFENCE 13 26 1 Royal Armouries Fort Nelson 8 Home to the big guns of the Royal Armouries this superbly restored Victorian Fort is packed with history. Brand new galleries, displays and visitor centre with roadside café now open. Live gunfiring every day. Portsdown Hill Road, Fareham PO17 6AN T: 01329 233 734 W: www.royalarmouries.org Open Apr-Oct, daily 10am-5pm; Nov-Mar, daily 10.30am-4pm. Visitor centre open 10am. Closed 24, 25, 26 Dec. Free. 1 Royal Military Police Museum 9 Tracing the history of the military police from the Middle Ages to the 21st century. See the vital role played by the ‘Redcaps’ in the British Army throughout the world. DCPG, Southwick Park, Fareham PO17 6EJ T: 023 9228 4372 W: www.army.mod.uk/provost/police/2048.aspx Open Mon-Fri, 10am-4.30pm. By appointment only. Free. 1 Royal Marines Museum Save £9.00 Two for the price of one One person must pay the full admission fee. Can only be used for museum admission fee. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer or concession. Cannot be used for family tickets or any ticketed event. Valid to 31/12/2013. 1 Discount Voucher DEFENCE OF THE REALM 2013 HorsePower – The Museum of The King’s Royal Hussars Peninsula Barracks, Romsey Road, SO23 8TS T: 01962 828 541 W: www.horsepowermuseum.co.uk Open Tues-Fri 10am-4pm; Weekends and Bank Hols, 12pm – 4pm. Free. 14 1 Museum of Army Chaplaincy 20 A unique display celebrating the work of Army chaplains through the years including silver, uniforms, medals and documents. Amport House, Amport, Andover SP11 8BG T: 01264 773 144 ext 4248 E: [email protected] Open Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm. By appointment only. Free. 4 The Royal Hampshire Regiment Museum and Memorial Garden 18 Serle’s House, Southgate Street, SO23 9EG T: 01962 863 658 W: www.serleshouse.co.uk Open Tues-Fri, 10am-4pm; Weekends, Apr-Oct, 12pm-4pm. Free. Discount Voucher DEFENCE OF THE REALM 2013 3 Explosion! Museum of Naval Firepower Save up to £10.00 Two for the price of one Not to be used in conjunction with any other special offer and cannot be used to purchase event, joint or waterbus tickets. 6 1 Aldershot Military Museum Explore the history of Aldershot and Farnborough with our interactive displays. Discover military vehicles and learn about pioneer aviator Samuel Cody. Queens Avenue, Aldershot GU11 2LG T: 0845 603 5635 W: www.hants.gov.uk/aldershot-museum Open daily, Weds-Fri 10am-5pm (last admission 4.30pm) Sat-Sun 11am-4pm. Adult £3.20; Child £2.10; Senior £2.10; Student £2.10; Family £8.40. 23 Discount Voucher DEFENCE OF THE REALM 2013 3 Royal Navy Submarine Museum Save 20% 7 Save 20% on 2 tickets for a visit to the Royal Navy Submarine Museum This voucher is not valid in conjunction with any other family, joint, event, waterbus ticket, or any other offer. Photocopies are not acceptable. Voucher valid until 31/01/2014 excluding Bank Holidays and special ticketed event days. Discount Voucher DEFENCE OF THE REALM 2013 3 Portsmouth Historic Dockyard Save 20% 20% discount on an Adult, Senior, Child or Family All-Attraction ticket to Portsmouth Historic Dockyard 5 Offer ends 31.12.13. One voucher per transaction. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer or discount. Not valid for special events. No cash alternative. See website for details and terms of All-Attraction ticket. FREE ENTRY AND DISCOUNT VOUCHERS INSIDE OF THE REALM Explore Hampshire’s military history 2013 DEFENCE Discount Voucher DEFENCE OF THE REALM 2013 3 Royal Victoria Country Park Save 20% 20% off a Tower Tour on presentation of this voucher Not to be used in conjunction with any other Tower Tour offers. Valid until 31 March 2014. 11 1 Explosion! The Museum of Naval Firepower Explosion! The museum of Naval Firepower tells the story of naval warfare from the days of gunpowder to modern missiles. Hands on exhibits and interactive touch screens really bring the presentations to life at Gosport’s award winning attraction. Priddy’s Hard, Gosport PO12 4LE T: 023 9250 5600 W: www.explosion.org.uk Open Apr-Oct, daily, 10am-5pm; Nov-Mar, Sat and Sun only and Feb half-term, 10am-4pm. Adult: £10.00; Child: £5.00; Senior: £7.00; Student: £5.00; Family: £20.00. 6 Lepe Country Park Explore extensive remains of a key D-Day embarkation point. Sections of Mulberry Harbour were made and launched from here. Beaches and cliff-top walks, Solent views, children’s play area and café. Exbury SO45 1AD T: 023 8089 9108 W: www.hants.gov.uk/lepe Open daily, 8am-dusk. Car parking charges apply. 25 The Guardroom Museum The Museum of the Adjutant General’s Corps Peninsula Barracks, Romsey Road, SO23 8TS T: 01962 877 826 W: www.winchestermilitarymuseums.co.uk Open Tues-Sat, 10am-5pm; Bank Holidays, 12pm-4pm. Free. 15 Defence of the Realm is a superb collection of over 30 castles, museums, great ships and stately homes in Hampshire that have had a defining role in shaping the history of this unique county. Whether you’re someone who lives locally, a frequent visitor, or it’s your first time here, we’re certain that you’ll have a fantastic time learning more about Hampshire’s great military legacy! Finally, why not save money and plan your visit around using the fantastic range of DISCOUNT VOUCHERS in this brochure? www.defenceoftherealm.co.uk DEFENCE OF THE REALM

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Portsmouth & Gosport

1 Royal Marines Museum

Entrench yourself in the colourful and exciting story of the Royal Marines brought to life through dramatic and interactive displays. A great day out for all the family.

Eastney Esplanade, Southsea PO4 9PX T: 023 9281 9385 W: www.royalmarinesmuseum.co.ukSee website for opening times.

Adult: £9.00; Child: £4.00; Senior: £7.00; Student: £4.00; Disabled (+carer): £7.00; Family: £22.00 (2 adults & 4 children) or £13.00 (1 adult & 2 children).

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1 Southsea Castle

Fort built by Henry VIII (1544) to protect Portsmouth. Displays include exhibition on castle’s history and Portsmouth’s military history, audio-visual show and a variety of cannons.

Clarence Esplanade, Southsea PO5 3PA T: 023 9282 6722 W: www.southseacastle.co.ukOpen Apr-Sept, Tues-Sun (closed Mons, except Bank Hols) 10am-5pm. Closed Oct-Mar, except for groups by prior appointment.

Free admission (children aged 13 and under must be accompanied by an adult).

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1 D-Day Museum and Overlord Embroidery

Experience the world’s largest ever seaborne invasion. Features the 83m (272ft) ‘Overlord Embroidery’ which tells the story of the Normandy landings, audio-visual presentation, military equipment and memorabilia, vehicles and personal memories. Portsmouth visitor information centre.

Clarence Esplandade, Southsea PO5 3NT T: 023 9282 6722 W: www.ddaymuseum.co.ukOpen Apr-Sept, 10am-5.30pm; Oct-Mar, 10am-5pm. Last entry 30 mins before closing. Closed 24-26 Dec and 1 Jan.

Adult: £6.50; Senior: £5.50; Child/student/leisure card holder: £4.50. Children aged 17 and under are FREE with a full-paying adult.

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1 Portsmouth Fortifications

Portsmouth’s Round Tower commands the entrance to the harbour, whilst the Square Tower is situated at the end of Old Portsmouth’s High Street. The best way of seeing Portsmouth‘s fascinating fortifications is on a guided walk.

Visitor Information Service, Clarence Esplanade, Southsea PO5 3PB T: 023 9282 6722 W: www.visitportsmouth.co.uk

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1 Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

A truly memorable maritime day out! HMS Victory, HMS Warrior 1860, National Museum of the Royal Navy, Action Stations, Harbour Tours and revealing in 2013 – the new Mary Rose Museum.

Visitor Centre, Victory Gate, HM Naval Base, Portsmouth PO1 3LJ T: 023 9283 9766 W: www.historicdockyard.co.ukOpen daily from 10am. Last attraction tickets sold at 4.30pm (Apr-Oct) and 4pm (Nov-Mar). Closed Xmas Eve - Boxing Day.

All attraction tickets include unlimited* entry for a year plus a FREE boat tour of Portsmouth Harbour. (*Entry to special events not included.) Please see www.historicdockyard.co.uk for pricing.

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1 Royal Navy Submarine Museum

Dive into history at the Royal Navy Submarine Museum – come aboard, meet the crew and discover what life was like living under the sea.

Haslar Jetty Road, Gosport PO12 2AS T: 023 9251 0354 W: www.submarine-museum.co.ukOpen Apr-Oct, daily,10am-5pm; Nov-March open Weds-Sun, 10am-4.30pm and daily during school holidays.

Adult: £10.00; Child: £7.00; Senior: £8.00; Student: £7.00; Family: £28.00.

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Southampton

1 Solent Sky Aviation Museum

The full story of aviation in Hampshire. Climb aboard the huge Sandringham Flying Boat, mingle with Spitfires and aircraft from many other companies. Hundreds of paintings, models and engines to make it an exciting family visit.

Albert Road South, Southampton SO14 3FR T: 023 8063 5830 W: www.spitfireonline.co.ukOpen Tues-Sat, 10am-5pm; Sun 12pm-5pm. Closed on Mons except during school holidays

Adult: £6.50; Child: £4.50; Senior: £5.50; Family: £17.50.

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1 Royal Victoria Country Park

Site of a former Victorian military hospital. Explore the magnificent chapel when you book a tower tour, or look out for our special event days. Discover the woodland, fields and foreshore for a fun family day out. Facilities include tearooms, play area, miniature railway and events programme.

Netley, Southampton SO31 5GA T: 023 8045 5157 W: www.hants.gov.uk/rvcpOpen (park) 8am. Closing time varies with season. Tower tours must be booked in advance.

Pay and display parking operates throughout the year.

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1 The Tank Museum

The Tank Museum brings the story of tanks and tank crew to life, supported by the world’s best collection of tanks and boasting action packed live displays during school holidays.

Bovington, Dorset BH20 6JG T: 01929 405096 W: www.tankmuseum.orgOpen daily, 10am-5pm. Limited Xmas opening

See website for admission prices. All tickets include an annual pass.

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Useful informationSee www.visit-hampshire.co.uk for more details on

• Accommodation • Places to eat • Travel and transport information • Other places to visit

Catch up on the latest happenings by following Hampshire on twitter: www.twitter.com/visithampshire

The information in this brochure was correct at the time of going to press in March 2013. The individual sites, however, reserve the right to alter prices, events, displays and opening times. Please telephone sites in advance to check details before making a long journey.

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1 Royal Signals Museum

Dorset’s hidden gem! From semaphore to high-tech cyberspace and electronic warfare. Discover the rapidly evolving story of the British Army’s cutting edge – the Royal Signals. Interactive history, science and technology.

Blandford Camp, Dorset DT11 8RH T: 01258 482 248 W: www.royalsignalsmuseum.comOpen Mon-Fri (all year) 10am-5pm (last entry 4pm); Weekends and Bank Holidays (15 Feb-27 Oct) 10am-4pm (last entry 3pm); Closed Xmas (24-26 Dec) and New Year (31 Dec-1 Jan).

Adult: £7.50; Child: £5.50; Senior Citizens: £6.50; Student: £4.50; Family: £22.00.

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Aldershot & North Hants

1 Museum of Army Flying

A unique collection of aviation history. Explore over 35 incredible historic aircraft from WW1 to the present day. Delve into the rich history, heroic feats and personal stories of extraordinary aviators or get to grips with the hi-tech world of attack helicopters. It’s easy to come for the morning and end up spending the whole day.

Middle Wallop, Stockbridge SO20 8DY T: 01264 784 421 W: www.flying-museum.org.uk Open daily, 10am-4.30pm.

Adult: £9.00; Child: £6.50; Senior: £7.50; Family: £28.50.

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Winchester’s Military Museums

Outstanding collection of five of the British Army’s finest Regiments.

Peninsula Barracks, Romsey Road SO23 8TS W: www.winchestermilitarymuseums.co.uk

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The Gurkha Museum

Peninsula Barracks, Romsey Road, SO23 8TS T: 01962 842 832 W: www.thegurkhamuseum.co.uk Open Mon-Sat, 10am-5pm (last entry 4.30pm); Sun 12pm-4pm (last entry 3.30pm). Closed Suns 11 Nov ‘12-24 Mar ‘13.

Adult: £2.00; Child: Free; Senior: £1.00.

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The Royal Green Jackets (Rifles) Museum

Peninsula Barracks, Romsey Road, SO23 8TS T: 01962 828 549 W: www.rgjmuseum.co.uk E: [email protected] Mon-Sat, 10am-5pm. Closed Sun except 30 Jun-15 Sept.

Adult: £3.50; Child: £2.00; Senior: £2.50; Family: £7.00.

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1 Basing House

The dramatic ruins of the Marquis of Winchester’s enormous palace, stormed by Cromwell in 1645 after the longest siege of the English Civil War. Site museum, recreated garden, Great Barn exhibition and more!

Bartons Lane, Basing, Basingstoke RG24 8AE T: 0845 603 5635 W: www.basinghouse.org.uk E: [email protected] 2 Mar-31 Oct, 11am-4pm, Sat-Thurs (closed Fridays).

Adult: £5.10; Child: (5-15 years) £4.10; Concessions: (60+/Students) £4.60; Family: (2 adults and 2 children) or (1 adult and up to 3 children) £14.30.

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1 REME Museum of Technology

The Museum’s unique collection of vehicles, weapons, electronics, uniforms and many other artefacts, enhanced by interactive displays, enables visitors to experience how the REME has sustained its position at the forefront of technology.

Isaac Newton Road, Arborfield RG2 9NJ T: 0118 976 3375 W: www.rememuseum.org.uk E: [email protected] Mon-Thu, 9am-4.30pm; Fri 9am-4.00pm; Sun 11am-4.00pm;

Closed Sat, Xmas and New Year.

Adult: £5.00; Child: £4.00; Senior: £4.00; Family: £15.00.

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1 Army Medical Services Museum

The museum tells the story of the contribution made by the army in the history of medicine, veterinary medicine, nursing and dentistry from 1660 to the present day. It includes medical equipment, uniforms and ambulances. There are quizzes and trails for children.

Keogh Barracks, Ash Vale, Aldershot GU12 5RQ T: 01252 868 612 W: www.ams-museum.org.ukOpen Mon-Fri, 9.30am-3.30pm. Free.

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Buckler’s Hard

A historic 18th century shipbuilding village near Beaulieu where ships for Nelson’s navy were built. Celebrating its 50th anniversary, explore the renewed Maritime Museum, historic cottage displays and SS Persia exhibition. Plus, enjoy the woodland walks, or take a seasonal river cruise (separate charges apply).

Buckler’s Hard, Beaulieu SO42 7XB T: 01590 616 203 W: www.bucklershard.co.ukOpen daily except Xmas Day, 29 Mar-30 Sept, 10am-5.30pm; rest of year 10am-4.30pm.

See website or call for admission prices.

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Hurst Castle

A Tudor Castle where Charles I was imprisoned in 1648. The Victorian wings hold a large collection of guns and exhibitions. Fantastic views of the Solent. Approached by foot or ferry from Keyhaven.

Milford on Sea SO41 0TR T: 01590 642 344 & 642 500 W: www.hurstcastle.co.ukOpen daily, 1 Apr-31 Oct, 10.30am-5.30pm.

Adult: £4.50; Child: £2.50; Senior: £4.00; Student: £4.00.

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3 D-Day Museum and Overlord Embroidery Save 15% 15% off adult/senior ticket Valid for two people only. Cannot be used with any other offer. Valid until March 2014.

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3 Solent Sky Aviation Museum Save £1.00 £1.00 off adult admission ticket One voucher per adult.

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3 Royal Signals Museum Save £7.50 Buy one ticket get one free One voucher per group. Least expensive priced entry free.

Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer. Check website for exceptional closing.

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3 The Royal Green Jackets (Rifles) Museum Save £1.00 £1.00 off single adult admission Discount available on presentation of voucher.

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3 Basing House Save £5.10 One adult free with a full paying adult or concession Not to be used in conjunction with any other, voucher, pass or on event days.

Valid until 31 Oct 2013.

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3 REME Museum of Technology Save 20% £1.00 off adult entry Not to be used in conjunction with a museum event day.

One voucher per adult.

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3 Aldershot Military Museum Save £3.20 Two for the price of one Not allowed to be used on event dates or in conjunction with any other promotion.

Not to be used for family tickets or pre booked groups.

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Home to the big guns of the Royal Armouries this superbly restored Victorian Fort is packed with history. Brand new galleries, displays and visitor centre with roadside café now open. Live gunfiring every day.

Portsdown Hill Road, Fareham PO17 6AN T: 01329 233 734 W: www.royalarmouries.orgOpen Apr-Oct, daily 10am-5pm; Nov-Mar, daily 10.30am-4pm. Visitor centre open 10am. Closed 24, 25, 26 Dec. Free.

1 Royal Military Police Museum

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Tracing the history of the military police from the Middle Ages to the 21st century. See the vital role played by the ‘Redcaps’ in the British Army throughout the world.

DCPG, Southwick Park, Fareham PO17 6EJ T: 023 9228 4372 W: www.army.mod.uk/provost/police/2048.aspxOpen Mon-Fri, 10am-4.30pm. By appointment only. Free.

1 Royal Marines Museum Save £9.00 Two for the price of one One person must pay the full admission fee. Can only be used for museum

admission fee. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer or concession. Cannot be used for family tickets or any ticketed event. Valid to 31/12/2013.

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HorsePower – The Museum of The King’s Royal Hussars

Peninsula Barracks, Romsey Road, SO23 8TS T: 01962 828 541 W: www.horsepowermuseum.co.ukOpen Tues-Fri 10am-4pm; Weekends and Bank Hols, 12pm – 4pm.

Free.

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1 Museum of Army Chaplaincy

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A unique display celebrating the work of Army chaplains through the years including silver, uniforms, medals and documents.

Amport House, Amport, Andover SP11 8BG T: 01264 773 144 ext 4248 E: [email protected] Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm. By appointment only. Free.

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The Royal Hampshire Regiment Museum and Memorial Garden

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Serle’s House, Southgate Street, SO23 9EG T: 01962 863 658 W: www.serleshouse.co.ukOpen Tues-Fri, 10am-4pm; Weekends, Apr-Oct, 12pm-4pm. Free.

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3 Explosion! Museum of Naval Firepower Save up to £10.00Two for the price of one

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1 Aldershot Military Museum

Explore the history of Aldershot and Farnborough with our interactive displays. Discover military vehicles and learn about pioneer aviator Samuel Cody.

Queens Avenue, Aldershot GU11 2LG T: 0845 603 5635 W: www.hants.gov.uk/aldershot-museum Open daily, Weds-Fri 10am-5pm (last admission 4.30pm) Sat-Sun 11am-4pm.

Adult £3.20; Child £2.10; Senior £2.10; Student £2.10; Family £8.40.

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3 Royal Navy Submarine Museum Save 20%7 Save 20% on 2 tickets for a visit to the Royal Navy

Submarine Museum This voucher is not valid in conjunction with any other family, joint, event, waterbus

ticket, or any other offer. Photocopies are not acceptable. Voucher valid until 31/01/2014 excluding Bank Holidays and special ticketed event days.

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3 Portsmouth Historic Dockyard Save 20% 20% discount on an Adult, Senior, Child or Family All-Attraction ticket to Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

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3 Royal Victoria Country Park Save 20% 20% off a Tower Tour on presentation of this voucher Not to be used in conjunction with any other Tower Tour offers.

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1 Explosion! The Museum of Naval Firepower

Explosion! The museum of Naval Firepower tells the story of naval warfare from the days of gunpowder to modern missiles. Hands on exhibits and interactive touch screens really bring the presentations to life at Gosport’s award winning attraction.

Priddy’s Hard, Gosport PO12 4LE T: 023 9250 5600 W: www.explosion.org.ukOpen Apr-Oct, daily, 10am-5pm; Nov-Mar, Sat and Sun only and Feb half-term, 10am-4pm.

Adult: £10.00; Child: £5.00; Senior: £7.00; Student: £5.00; Family: £20.00.

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Lepe Country Park

Explore extensive remains of a key D-Day embarkation point. Sections of Mulberry Harbour were made and launched from here. Beaches and cliff-top walks, Solent views, children’s play area and café.

Exbury SO45 1AD T: 023 8089 9108 W: www.hants.gov.uk/lepeOpen daily, 8am-dusk. Car parking charges apply.

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The Guardroom Museum – The Museum of the Adjutant General’s Corps

Peninsula Barracks, Romsey Road, SO23 8TS T: 01962 877 826 W: www.winchestermilitarymuseums.co.uk Open Tues-Sat, 10am-5pm; Bank Holidays, 12pm-4pm. Free.

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Defence of the Realm is a superb collection of over 30 castles,

museums, great ships and stately homes in Hampshire that have had a defining role in shaping the history

of this unique county.

Whether you’re someone who lives locally, a frequent visitor, or it’s your

first time here, we’re certain that you’ll have a fantastic time learning

more about Hampshire’s great military legacy!

Finally, why not save money and plan your visit around using the fantastic range of DISCOUNT VOUCHERS in

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Travel back in time and explore Hampshire’s military story with the help of our handy guide to a superb collection of over 30 castles, museums, great ships, parks, gardens and stately homes that have played a defining role in shaping the history of this unique county.

Many of the attractions are free or you can save money by using the discount vouchers in this leaflet, making it an inexpensive day out for the whole family.

Why not plan your trip to coincide with one of the events listed below? From family fun days to educational lectures, there is something for all ages.

Take a look at our website for the latest news and events from the Defence of the Realm attractions. We’ve even got suggestions for ‘themed’ military trails across the county to help you plan your visit: www.defenceoftherealm.co.uk

DEFENCEOF THEREALMMARCH14 ‘Alone With Glory’ Peninsula War lecture

Gurkha Museum17 Big Guns Display at Royal Armouries Fort Nelson17 Meet the curators Royal Marines Museum21 The Secret War in the Aegean 1943-45 talk

Royal Green Jackets (Rifles) Museum23 Grand opening of Busy Boats Bay

Royal Navy Submarine Museum29 – 1 Apr Gosport Art Group Annual Exhibition Explosion!29 – 14 Apr Easter Holiday Fun! Tank Museum29 – 15 Apr Easter Egg Hunt and Easter Crafts REME Museum30 Tiger Day Tank Museum31 – 1 Apr ‘Civil War Action’ Sealed Knot display Basing

House

APRIL2 – 11 Tues and Thurs Easter Family Fun

Royal Navy Submarine Museum3 – 4 Eggstravaganza Craft Workshop REME Museum5 ‘Fun for all Day’

Royal Green Jackets (Rifles) Museum6 – 7 Dalek invasion of Portsmouth

Royal Marines Museum6 – 7 Spirit of the 1940s Explosion!6 – 7 Family Fun Weekend (Kids go free!) Buckler’s Hard10 – 11 Mini Shelter Workshop REME Museum12 ‘Tamandu – a Battle of Wills, Strength and Valour’

lecture Gurkha Museum18 Before HMS Dolphin – a history of Fort Blockhouse

talk Royal Navy Submarine Museum20 Astronomy Evening at Museum of Army Flying20 Mini Navy Heritage Open Days; behind the scenes of

HMS Sultan and Fort Blockhouse Royal Navy Submarine Museum

30 Paddy Ashdown lecture Royal Marines Museum

MAY5 – 6 Dressing Up Activity REME Museum12 Wedding show Royal Marines Museum12 Mini Ship Show Explosion!16 The Curator’s Cupboard Museum of Army Flying16 RMA Band concert Royal Marines Museum16 Australian Navy and her submarines AE1 and AE2 talk

Royal Navy Submarine Museum17 – 18 Museums at Night Explosion!18 Submarine Museum at Night

Royal Navy Submarine Museum25 – 2 June The Camouflage Experience family activities

Tank Museum27 – 31 ‘Build It!’ & Hunt Challenge REME Museum28 & 30 Summer Half Term Holiday Fun

Royal Navy Submarine Museum29 Mini Assault Course REME Museum30 Meet the Marines Royal Marines Museum

JUNE 1 Gosport Stars Showcase 2013

Royal Navy Submarine Museum6 D-Day anniversary special events, free admission

D-Day Museum6 Remembering D-Day guided walk (booking essential)

Lepe Country Park7 ‘The Gurkhas – Special Force’ lecture

Gurkha Museum9 Living History: 150 Years of a Military hospital Royal Victoria Country Park16 Romeo and Juliet outdoor theatre

Royal Marines Museum20 Eric’s Secret History of Submarines

Royal Navy Submarine Museum

22 – 23 War Games Weekend Explosion!29 – 30 Armed Forces Weekend Portsmouth Historic

Dockyard29 – 30 Tankfest 2013 Tank Museum30 Portsmouth Paras Parade Royal Marines Museum30 Winchester’s Military Museums Armed Forces Sunday

Fun Day Gurkha Museum

JULY1 Armed Forces Day (free admission) D-Day Museum

and Overlord Embroidery5 Dracula outdoor theatre Royal Marines Museum6 – 7 Wargamers weekend Tank Museum7 Rolls Royce enthusiast group Royal Marines Museum14 Royal Marines outdoor band concert

Royal Marines Museum18 Donald Gill’s Navy 1900-1945 talk

Royal Navy Submarine Museum21 – 8 Sept Summer Treasure Hunt REME Museum23 – 24 Flight Workshop REME Museum24 – 1Sept Summer Holiday Family Activities Basing House25 – 5 Sept Summer Fun! Talks, tours and family activities

Tank Museum27 – 11 Aug Life in the hospital self-guided trail

Royal Victoria Country Park27 – 28 Sports Weekend Basing House28 Alice in Wonderland outdoor theatre

Royal Marines Museum30 Sammie Sardine’s Horrible Summer School

Royal Navy Submarine Museum31 Mini Assault Course REME Museum

AUGUST Holiday Activities all month Museum of Army Flying3 National Museum of the Royal Navy’s Family Fun Day

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard8 – 9 Camouflage Workshop REME Museum16 ‘Fun for all Day’

Royal Green Jackets (Rifles) Museum24 – 25 Model Warship Weekend Explosion!24 – 25 Victorious Festival Portsmouth Historic Dockyard26 – 27 Mini Shelters Workshop REME Museum27 & 29 ‘War Wounds’ family fun activities

Royal Victoria Country Park

SEPTEMBERWeds in Sept September Action! Tank displays Tank Museum11 RMA Band concert Royal Marines Museum13 – 14 Heritage Open Days Royal Marines Museum,

Explosion!, Royal Navy Submarine Museum, Winchester’s Military Museums

14 Tudor Day Basing House14 Astronomy Evening Museum of Army Flying15 Meet the curators Royal Marines Museum19 Submarine hero: Godfrey Place talk

Royal Navy Submarine Museum21 Britain at War Day Tank Museum

OCTOBER5 – 6 Civil War Weekend Basing House11 ‘Monte Cassino Ten Armies in Hell’ lecture

Gurkha Museum17 JP Holland, the Father of the Submarine talk

Royal Navy Submarine Museum17 ‘Contact Patrol’ Royal Flying Corps in WWI lecture

Gurkha Museum18 Trafalgar Night Dinner Explosion!26 – 31 Spooky Submarine Tours

Royal Navy Submarine Museum26 – 3 Nov Modern Warfare family activities and tank displays

Tank Museum27 Wedding show Royal Marines Museum30 – 1 Nov ‘Firepower’ Half Term Activities REME Museum31 Haunted Hangers Halloween family event

Museum of Army Flying

31 Halloween Ghost Walks Basing House

NOVEMBER 2 Fireworks Extravaganza Tank Museum3 Fireworks Spectacular Explosion!6, 13, 20, 27 Ghost Walks Explosion!10 Remembrance Sunday Service Tank Museum10 Remembrance Sunday, free admission

D-Day Museum10 Remembrance Day Royal Marines Museum14 ‘Myths, Mistakes and Misconceptions’ Zulu War of

1879 lecture Gurkha Museum24 Aircraft Enthusiasts Fair and Model Show

Museum of Army Flying29 – 1 Dec A Victorian Festival of Christmas

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

DECEMBER1 – 20 Christmas Coin Hunt & Christmas Crafts

REME Museum7 – 8 Submarine Santa Royal Navy Submarine

Museum7 – 8 Wartime Christmas Festival and Craft Fayre

Tank Museum12 The 7th Battalion, The Hampshire Regiment lecture

Gurkha Museum14 – 15 Home Front Christmas Crafts

Museum of Army Flying

ALL YEAR horrible Science of Submarines A funny family exhibition looking at the Horrible side of life as a submariner written by bestselling author Nick Arnold and illustrated by Tony De Saulles. Royal Navy Submarine Museum

27 April – 1 October Exhibition documenting some of the last physical remnants of war in the 20th century in the UK and northern Europe. Royal Armouries Fort Nelson

3 Aug – 1 Sept The Contemporary Brigade of Gurkhas – Planning for the New 2020 Army. The Gurkha Museum

Busy Boats Bay Royal Navy Submarine Museum A brand new play and explore centre for under 5’s. Have fun splashing with water, dress up as captains and take command of your own play submarine.

The new Mary Rose Museum Portsmouth Historic Dockyard 2013 will continue the excitement of the momentous 30th anniversary of the raising of Tudor warship, the Mary Rose, when a new museum opens at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, reuniting the hull and many of the 19,000 artefacts that were raised with her once more.The £35 million heritage project to build an internationally-renowned museum and complete the conservation of the ship will showcase the very best in 21st century architecture and the finest collection of 16th century artefacts in the world. For the first time visitors will see the ship with its preserving sprays switched off, through windows into a ‘hotbox’, as up to 100 tons of water is removed from the timbers.

The artefacts will be displayed in mirror-image context galleries running the length of the ship, so visitors can experience what the decks would have looked like moments before the Mary Rose sank. Six themed galleries will tell the personal stories and working lives of the crew on board.

Events in 2013

New developments and openings

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Southampton

Dorset

Winchester

Aldershot & North Hants

New Forest

1 Royal Marines Museum1

1 Southsea Castle2

1 D-Day Museum and Overlord Embroidery3

1 Portsmouth Fortifications4

1 Portsmouth Historic Dockyard5

1 Explosion! The Museum of Naval Firepower 6

1 Royal Navy Submarine Museum7

1 Royal Armouries Fort Nelson8

1 Royal Military Police Museum9

1 Solent Sky10 1 Royal Victoria Country Park 11

1 The Tank Museum12 1 Royal Signals Museum13

1 HorsePower – The Museum of The King’s Royal Hussars14

1 The Guardroom Museum15

1 The Gurkha Museum16

1 The Royal Green Jackets (Rifles) Museum17

1 The Hampshire Regiment Memorial Garden and Museum

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1 Museum of Army Flying19

1 Museum of Army Chaplaincy20

1 Basing House21

1 REME Museum of Technology 22

1 Aldershot Military Museum23

1 Army Medical Services Museum24

1 Lepe Country Park25

1 Buckler’s Hard26

1 Hurst Castle27

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