DISCOUNT VOUCHER 26. Buckler’s Hard

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20% discount off entry voucher.20% discount off standard entry price for up to 6 people. Not to be use with other offers or on event days. Valid until 31 March 2012.

Useful InformationTransport:Traveline:T: 0871 200 22 33 W: www.traveline.org.ukNational Rail:T: 08457 48 49 50 W: www.nationalrail.co.ukVisit Information:W: www.visit-hampshire.co.uk

Also available in large print, tel: 0800 028 0888With thanks to Gosport Borough Council, Portsmouth City Council, Rushmoor Borough Council

The information in this brochure was correct at the time of going to press in March 2010. The individual sites, however, reserve the right t alter prices, events, displays and opening times. Please telephone sites in advance to check details before making a long journey.

HMS Victory, Mary Rose Museum, HMS Warrior 1860, National Museum of the Royal Navy, Action Stations and Harbour Tours. Be part of your history.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, Xmas Day & Boxing Day.Please visit our website for our prices.

6. Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

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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 Open daily 10am-5pm (bar the Christmas break).Adult: £7.50; Child: £4.95; Senior: £5.75; Student: £4.95; Disabled: £3.50 (free admission for one assistant); Family: £19.50 (2 adults and 4 children).

7. Royal Marines Museum

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Dive into history at the Royal Navy Submarine Museum and go aboard a WWII era submarine – HMS Alliance with a veteran submariner to hear his stories.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.

4. Royal Navy Submarine Museum

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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, 10am-4pm. Adult: £10.00; Child: £5.00; Senior: £7.00; Family: £20.00.

2. Explosion! Museum of Naval Firepower

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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.aspx Open Mon-Fri, 10am-4.30pm. By appointment only. Free.

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Experience the world’s largest ever seaborne invasion. Features the ‘Overlord Embroidery’, audio-visual presentations, everyday sights and sounds of wartime Britain, military equipment, vehicles and personal memories.Clarence Esplandade, Southsea PO5 3NT T: 023 9282 7261 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. Adult: £6.50, Senior: £5.50, child/student/leisure card holder: £4.50. Children aged 13 and under are FREE with a full-paying adult.

3. D-Day Museum and Overlord Embroidery

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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

1. Portsmouth Fortifications

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DISCOUNT VOUCHER 7. Royal Marines Museum

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DISCOUNT VOUCHER 2. Explosion! Museum of

Naval Firepower Save £7.50

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DISCOUNT VOUCHER 4. Royal Navy Submarine

Museum

20% discount off all individual tickets.Cannot be used with any other special rated family, event ticket or any other offer. Voucher can only be redeemed against one ticket, no photocopies will be accepted.

DISCOUNT VOUCHER 29. Exbury Gardens and

Steam Railways Save £7.50

Free ‘D-Day Trail’ on presentation of voucher.

DISCOUNT VOUCHER 30. Calshot Castle

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50p off adult entry.Adult entry only. Voucher to be presented at castle.

DISCOUNT VOUCHER 17. The Gurkha Museum

10% discount off all individual tickets.Only one discount token applies per person per visit.

DISCOUNT VOUCHER 18. The Royal Green Jackets

(Rifles) Museum Save 50p

£1.00 off single adult admission on presentation of voucher.Discount available on presentation of voucher.

DISCOUNT VOUCHER 23. Aldershot Military

Museum Save £1.00

One child free with a full paying adult.Not allowed to be used on event dates or in conjunction with ant other promotion.

DISCOUNT VOUCHER 25. REME Museum

of Technology Save 50p

£1 off adult entry. One voucher per adult.Not to be used in conjunction with a museum event day.

DISCOUNT VOUCHER 10. Solent Sky

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£1.00 off adult admission pickets.

DISCOUNT VOUCHER 13. The Royal Signals Museum

1 child free per adult.Valid until Dec 2011

Portsmouth & Gosport

Home to the big guns of the Royal Armouries. Experience drama, gunfire and daily tours at this restored fort. Special events include children’s activity days every Tues and Thurs in all school holidays.Portsdown Hill Road, Fareham PO17 6AN T: 01329 233 734 W: www.royalarmouries.org Open Apr-Oct, daily 10am-5pm, Wed 11am-4pm; Nov-Mar, daily 10.30am-4pm, Wed, 11.30am-4pm. Closed Xmas eve, Xmas Day and Boxing Day. Free.

5. Royal Armouries Fort Nelson

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Dorset

Drive an armoured vehicle through a virtual landscape, guide a laser beam around a course and direction find the enemy. Set up a satellite network or practice morse. A unique and fascinating family day out in Blandford Army Camp.Blandford Camp, Dorset DT11 8RH T: 01258 482 248 W: www.royalsignalsmuseum.comOpen Mon-Fri (all year) 10am-5pm; Weekends and Bank Holidays (Feb Half Term- end of Oct) 10am-4pm; Closed Xmas, Boxing Day and New Years Day. Adult: £7.50; Senior Citizens: £6.50; Children (5-16yrs) £5.50; Family: £22.00

13. Royal Signals Museum

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The Tank Museum brings the story of tanks and tank crew to life, supported by the world’s best collection of tanks & boasting action packed live displays during school holidays.Bovington, Dorset BH20 6JG T: 01929 405 096 W: www.tankmuseum.orgOpen daily, 10am-5pm; Aug weekdays, 10am-6pm. Limited Xmas opening. Adult: £12.00; Child: £7.00; Senior: £9.00; Family: various options.

12. The Tank Museum

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Fort built by Henry VIII (1544) to protect Portsmouth. Displays include exhibition on castle’s history and Portsmouth’s military history, audio-visual show, reconstructions of castle life and a variety of cannons.Clarence Esplanade, Southsea PO5 3PA T: 023 9282 7261 W: www.southseacastle.co.uk Open Apr-Sept, Tues-Sun (closed Mon) 10am-5.30pm (for visits in April, please contact us in advance to confirm we are open). Closed Oct-Mar, except for groups by prior appointment. Free admission (children aged 13 must be accompanied by an adult).

8. Southsea Castle

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

15. The Guardroom Museum

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

16. The Royal Hampshire Regiment Memorial Garden and Museum

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Romsey Rd, Winchester, Hampshire SO23 8TP T: 01962 828 541 W: www.horsepowermuseum.co.uk Open Tues-Fri 10am-4pm; Weekends and Bank Hols, 12pm – 4pm. Free.

14. Horsepower – The Museum of The Kings Royal Hussars

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Peninsula Barracks, Romsey Road, Winchester, Hants, SO23 8TS T: 01962 842 832 Open Mon-Sat, 10am-5pm; Sun 12pm-4pm.Adult: £2.00; Child: Free; Senior: £1.00.

17. The Gurkha Museum

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Peninsula Barracks, Romsey Road, Winchester, Hants, SO23 8TS T: 01962 828 549 W: www.rgjmuseum.co.uk E: curator@rgjmusuem.co.uk Open Mon-Sat, 10am-5pm, closed Sun. Adult: £3.00; Child: £1.50; Senior: £2.00; Student: £1.50; Family:£6.00.

18. The Royal Green Jackets (Rifles) Museum

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Winchester

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 6035 635 W: www.basinghouse.org.uk E: basinghouse@hants.gov.uk Open 1 March – 31 October 2011 10am-5pm Sat-Thurs (closed Fridays). Adult: £4.50; Child: (5-15 years) £3.50; Under 5’s: Free; Concessions: (60+/Students) £4; Family: (2 adults and 2 children) / (1 adult and 3 children) £12.

24. Basing House

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Unstuffy, family friendly and hands-on; historic kites, gliders, aeroplanes and helicopters, dioramas and displays all celebrating over 100 years of heroic flying achievement by ‘Soldiers in the Air’. Plus two flight stimulators, rifle ranges, 1940s house, children’s play area, gift shop, cinema, licensed café with airfield views and plenty of parking.Middle Wallop, Stockbridge SO20 8DY T: 01264 784 421 W: www.flying-museum.org.uk Open daily, 10am-4.30pm. Adult: £7.75; Child: £5.00; Senior/Students: £6.00; Family: £22.00

22. Museum of Army Flying

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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.

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Discover the story of Danebury Ring, an Iron Age hillfort built by our prehistoric ancestors who farmed, fought, worshipped and died in Wessex over 2000 years ago.6 Church Close, Andover SP10 1DP T: 0845 603 5635 W: www.hants.gov.uk/museum-of-the-iron-age Open Tues-Fri 10am-5pm. Sat 10am-4pm (last entry half hour before closing). Free.

20. Museum of the Iron Age

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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: museumcurator@amporthouse.co.uk Open Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm. By appointment only. Free.

19. Museum of Army Chaplaincy

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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/museum/aldershotOpen daily, Weds-Fri 10am-5pm (last admission 4.30pm) Sat-Sun 11am-4pm. Adult: £2.50; Child: £1.00; Senior: £2.00; Student: £1.00; Family: £5.00

23. Aldershot Military Museum

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The Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers have recovered and repaired tanks, aircraft and all types of Army equipment since WWII. Explore their history, expertise and unique equipment through interactive displays.Isaac Newton Road, Arborfield RG2 9NJ T: 0118 976 3375 W: www.rememuseum.org.uk E: enquiries@rememuseum.org.uk 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: £3.50; Family: £15.00.

25. REME Museum of Technology

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Aldershot & North Hants

Southampton

Site of a former Victorian Military Hospital. The former Chapel now a Heritage Visitor Centre houses a shop and fascinating exhibition on the site’s history. Mature parkland, foreshore and woodland for recreation and wildlife. A unique family visit with trails, events, tearoom, play-areas and miniature railway.Netley, Southampton SO31 5GA T: 023 8045 5157 W: www.hants.gov.uk/rvcpOpen (Park grounds), during the hours of daylight. Heritage Visitor Centre: Summer, 10am-4.30pm; Winter, 10am-4pm.Chapel exhibition: entry charge applies. Pay and display parking operates throughout the year.

11. Royal Victoria Country Park

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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.

10. Solent Sky

B QRoyal Navy Submarine MuseumHolland 1, the Royal Navy’s first submarine is 110 years old this year, happy birthday! license to be built as a castle.

A historic 18th century shipbuilding village near Beaulieu where ships for Nelson’s navy were built. Explore the renewed Maritime Museum, historic cottage displays and SS Persla exhibition. Plus, enjoy the Woodland and Riverside walks, or take a seasonal river cruise.Buckler’s Hard, Beaulieu SO42 7XB T: 01590 616 293 W: www.bucklershard.co.uk Open daily Mar-Jun, 10am-5pm; Jul-Aug 10am-5pm; Sept-Oct 10am-5pm; Nov-Feb 10am-4.30pm; Closed Xmas Day. Please call for admission prices.

26. Buckler’s Hard

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A 200 acre oak woodland garden famous for the Rothschild collection of rhododendrons, azaleas and camellias. During WWII Exbury House was requisitioned as HMS Mastodon, and helped in preparations for D-Day. Beaulieu River views and Arromanches plaque.Exbury, Southampton SO45 1AZ T: 023 8089 1203 W: www.exbury.co.uk Open daily, 19 Mar-6 Nov, 10am-5pm. 10th /11th, 17th /18th, 19th/20th Dec for Santa Steam Specials. Adult: £9.00; Child: £2.00 (3-15yrs); Senior: £8.50; Family: £21.00. Railway extra £3.50 per person.

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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 T: 01590 642 344 & 642 500 W: www.hurst-castle.co.uk Open daily, 1 Apr-31 Oct, 10.30am-5.30pm. Adult: £4.00; Child: £2.50; Senior: £3,50; Student: £3.50.

28. Hurst Castle

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New Forest

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

27. Lepe Country Park

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Royal Marines Museum Booty or Boatneck is Naval slang for a Royal Marine. In 1964 Royal marines were granted the privilege of remaining seated during the Loyal Toast.

Royal Signals Museum In 1815 it took weeks or even months to send a message. By 1830 it took two days! The travel time from New York City to Cleveland in 1800 was two weeks in 1860 it took only two days to reach Chicago from New York City.

Solent Sky In 2011 Solent Sky will host events celebrating the 75th anniversary of the first flight of the Spitfire and the 80th anniversary of Britain winning the Schneider Trophy outright.

Buckler’s Hard Buckler’s Hard was originally going to be a free port for the import and export of sugar called Montagu Town before becoming a shipbuilding village.

Museum of Army Flying The Museum of Army Flying has a world record breaking Lynx helicopter. In 1972 the aircraft flew at a record speed of 321.74 km/hr, even flying backwards at 130 km/hr!

Exbury Gardens The author Nevil Shute was at Exbury Gardens during WWII and based his novel ‘Requiem for a Wren’ on a true life incident when a Junkers 188E was shot down in April 1944.

A Tudor castle with a prominent location at the entrance to Southampton Water, with views across the Solent. The castle is adjacent to Calshot Activities Centre. Former RAF flying-boat base.Calshot Spit, Fawley SO45 1BR T: 023 8089 2077 W: www.calshot.com Open daily, 1 Apr-30 Sept, 10.30am-4.30pm. Adult £3.00; Child and Concessions: £2.10; Family: £7.60.

30. Calshot Castle

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DISCOUNT VOUCHER 22. Museum of Army Flying

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Two for one.Not for special events, Half-terms or Bank Holidays. Cannot be used with any other offer.

DISCOUNT VOUCHER 24. Basing House

One child free with a full paying adult.Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer or event days. Valid until the 31 March 2012.

DISCOUNT VOUCHER 20. Museum of the

Iron Age

Free Danebury Guidebok.One free copy of Danebury Guidebook on presentation of voucher. Available while stocks last.

DISCOUNT VOUCHER 3. D-Day Museum and

Overlord Embroidery Save £7.75

15% off adult/senior ticket.Valid for two people only. Cannot be used with any other offer. Valid until March 2012.

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?

Events 2011January

13 New Forest Territorials in Mesopotamia in World War I – a lecture at The Gurkha Museum

February

9 ‘War, Silence and Memory in Modern Britain’ conference with the Royal Marines Museum

9, 16, 22, 24 Explosion! Ghost Walks

17 The Anglo Nepal War, The Battle for Kalanga Fort 1814 – a lecture at The Gurkha Museum

21 – 25 Half term family activities at the Royal Marines Museum

23 – 25 Cam-motion, half term family activity days at The REME Museum of Technology

26 TSE Group Travel Show at the Royal Marines Museum

March

17 Wellington in Winchester – a lecture at The Gurkha Museum

31 ‘The Falklands war 1982 – a review of the strategy and politics for the campaign’ lecture at The Gurkha Museum

April

3 Mothers Day Submariners at the Royal Navy Submarine Museum

3 Blitz day at The REME Museum of Technology (TBC)

3 - 29 Easter Egg Hunt at The REME Museum of Technology

9 ‘’Battle-group Afghanistan’’ launch. A day of special family activities and live displays to mark the opening of The Tank Museums latest exhibition.

9 – 25 Easter Egg Trail at Basing House

11 – 25 Easter holiday family activities at the Royal Marines Museum

11 – 26 Easter Crafts at The REME Museum of Technology

12 Eats, Shoots and sleeps (army life insight) at The REME Museum of Technology

14 Easter Eggsperiments at the Royal Navy Submarine Museum

15 ‘Kut 1916 – A defeat of British Arms in Mesopotamia’ lecture at The Gurkha Museum

16 – 30 The Glory of the Gardens exhibition at Exbury Gardens

22 – 25 Gosport Art Group Annual Exhibition at Explosion!

24 – 25 Sealed knot Easter at Basing House

25 Family fun day at the Royal Green Jackets (Rifles) Museum

29 – 30 Tudor Royal Wedding event at Basing House

May

1 Behind the Scenes Tour of the Armoury at Explosion!

1 – 2 Tudor Royal Wedding event at Basing House

1 – 31 The Glory of the Gardens exhibition at Exbury Gardens

8 Mini Ship Show 2011 at Explosion!

13 Under the Cover of Darkness as part of the Museums at Night initiative at the Royal Marines Museum

14 Museums at Night at Explosion! (Museum open until 9pm)

30 – 31 Half term family activities at the Royal Marines Museum

June

1 – 3 Half term family activities at the Royal Marines Museum

1 – 3 Mini Assault course with other fun filled activities at The REME Museum of Technology

1 – 5 The Glory of the Gardens exhibition at Exbury Gardens

2 – 5 Lee on Solent Art Group Annual Exhibition at Explosion!

4 – 5 Exbury Gardens Junkers World War II mystery walks with Author John Stanley

5 Guided family walk to D-Day remains and code breaking activities at Lepe Country Park – booking essential

6 Adult guided walk to D-Day remains at Lepe Country Park – booking essential

6 D-Day anniversary, special events happening at the D-Day Museum

10 ‘The Pakistan Army fighting Terrorism Today’ a lecture at The Gurkha Museum

19 Wedding Fair at the Royal Marines Museum

25 Armed Forces day at the Royal Navy Submarine Museum

25 & 26 Tankfest 2011 at The Tank Museum

Special Displays 2011Present – September 2011

Afghanistan; Conflict & Co-operation at The Guardroom Museum. A display of material, comprising of uniform and female native costumes (including a burqa) collected in Afghanistan by a female liaison officer with the education branch of the Adjutant General’s Corps.

25/10/10 – 25/10/11

‘Why Stay Silent?’ exhibition at the Royal Marines Museum

09/04/11 (ongoing)

Battle-group Afghanistan – The Armouries Soldiers story. A new exhibition telling the story and exhibiting the vehicles of the Royal Armoured Corps on current operations. An immersive exhibition, housed within a ‘forward operating base’.

06/08/11 – 04/09/11

The Scottish Connection – Pipes, Tartan, Kukris and Courage exhibition at The Gurkha Museum. The exhibition will cover the link between the Gurkha Brigade and regiments of Scotland, including affiliations, tartans, pipe music and explores the battle honours .

15/07/11 – 17/09/11

‘WI in Hants in Peace and War’ exhibition at The Royal Green Jackets (Rifles) Museum

19/07/11 – 19/09/11

‘From A – C’ exhibition at The Guardroom Museum looking at the use of computers in the British Army and the close links to Winchester

From 17/10/11 onwards

Terms of Service exhibition at the Royal Marines Museum

New Developments for 2011Tank museum

Tank Arena Extension – Arena length increased by ⅓

New Waterbus Service at Explosion!

(1st May – 30th September each year and during the April and October school holidays).

New café at Basing House opening in Spring 2011

The Buckler’s Hard Maritime Museum

The Buckler’s Hard Maritime Museum is currently in the process of being renewed with the main exhibition area redisplay, opening for Easter 2011. In addition to the Woodland Walk at Buckler’s Hard, visitors will also be able to access the newly opened Apple Orchard.

New Science Interactives

Escape challenge and drive a submarine at the Royal Navy Submarine Museum.

Exbury Gardens

Launch of completed engine shed walk-through exhibition.

A celebration of the 10th anniversary of the steam railway extension of Herbaceous and grasses garden.

The development of a new butterfly meadow.

Lepe Country Park

Audio tour of D-Day remains, including Veterans voices. You can download a link on the D-Day page of the Lepe Country Park Website, www.hants.gov.uk/lepe

Hurst Castle

The opening of a secret tunnel leading to underground Victorian artillery shell stores

Basing House

New café opening Spring 2011

Southsea Castle

New café opening in 2011

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10 – 31 Summer Treasure hunt at The REME Museum of Technology

17 Outdoor concert by the Band of HM Royal Marines at the Royal Marines Museum

27 Mini Assault course with other fun filled activities at The REME Museum of Technology

28 School Summer holiday at the Royal Marines Museum

30 – 31 The Exbury Tea Exhibition

August

Throughout School Summer holiday at the Royal Marines Museum

Throughout Summer Treasure hunt at The REME Museum of Technology

4 Summer Holiday fun at the Royal Navy Submarine Museum

10 – 11 Build it! Activities at The REME Museum of Technology

11 Summer Holiday fun at the Royal Navy Submarine Museum

13 – 14 Exbury Gardens railway 10th Anniversary celebration event

14 Go Ballistic! at the Marines Museum

17 Family fun day at the Royal Green Jackets (Rifles) Museum

18 Summer Holiday fun at the Royal Navy Submarine Museum

25 Summer Holiday fun at the Royal Navy Submarine Museum

September

1 – 9 Summer Treasure hunt at The REME Museum of Technology

8 – 11 Heritage Open Days at the Royal Marines Museum

10 Heritage Open days, Beneath the Submarine Tour at the Royal Navy Submarine Museum

23 – 25 1940’s weekend at the Royal Marines Museum

October

1 Geo-caching treasure hunt at Basing House

1 – 2 Steam in the Gardens event at Exbury Gardens

1 – 31 Festival of Autumn colours at Exbury Gardens

7 Training Local Lashkars in the North West Frontier Province and Afghanistan in the 19th/20th Centuries and today – a lecture at The Gurkha Museum

7 Balancing the Army Books – a lecture at The Gurkha Museum

9 Blitz Day at The REME Museum of Technology (TBC)

24 – 28 Half term family activities at the Royal Marines Museum

24 – 30 Exbury Gardens Ghost Train

26 – 28 Short Circuit family activity day at The REME Museum of Technology

27 – 30 Spooky Submarine Tours at the Royal Navy Submarine Museum

29 Halloween Historic Ghost walk at Basing House

November

1 – 6 Festival of Autumn colours at Exbury Gardens

Throughout – Christmas parties at the Royal Marines Museum

11 Everything is such as one would not see in a dream – a lecture at The Gurkha Museum

13 D-Day Museum: Remembrance Sunday

26 (date TBC) Christmas Craft and Gift Fair

25 – 27 A Victorian Festival of Christmas at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

December

Throughout – Christmas parties at the Royal Marines Museum

Throughout – Christmas Coin Hunt at The REME Museum of Technology

10 – 11 Exbury Gardens Santa Steam Specials

4 – 5 Kaleidoscope Christmas Concerts at the Royal Marines Museum

9 The Road to Armageddon, Covering 1st Bn RWF 1914 – a lecture at The Gurkha Museum

11 – 23 Christmas Crafts at The REME Museum of Technology

17 – 20 Exbury Gardens Santa Steam Specials