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: £4.00; Child: £2.50; Senior: £3,50; Student: £3.50.

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DISCOUNT VOUCHER 29. Buckler’s Hard

Save 20%

20% discount off entry voucher20% 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. Code: DEFENCE11

Useful informationSee www.visit-hampshire.co.uk for more details on • Accommodation• Places to eat• Travel and transport information• Other places to visitOr call Winchester Tourist Information Centre on 01962 840 500.

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

Also available in large print, tel: 0800 028 0888With thanks to Gosport Borough Council and Winchester City 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.

DISCOUNT VOUCHER 1. Royal Marines Museum

Save £7.50

Two for the price of one on adult or child ticketOne 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.

DISCOUNT VOUCHER 6. Explosion! Museum of

Naval Firepower

Two for the price of oneNot to be used in conjunction with any other special offer and must not be used when purchasing events tickets. Must only be used when purchasing tickets at Explosion! Not valid for joint tickets.

DISCOUNT VOUCHER 7. Royal Navy Submarine

Museum Save 20%

20% discount off all individual ticketsCannot 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 28. Exbury Gardens and Steam

Railways

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

DISCOUNT VOUCHER 26. Calshot Castle

Save 50p

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

DISCOUNT VOUCHER 16. The Gurkha Museum

Save 10%

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

DISCOUNT VOUCHER 17. The Royal Green Jackets

(Rifles) Museum Save £1.00

£1.00 off single adult admissionDiscount available on presentation of voucher.

DISCOUNT VOUCHER 24. Aldershot Military

Museum Save £1.00

One child free with a full paying adultNot allowed to be used on event dates or in conjunction with ant other promotion.

DISCOUNT VOUCHER 23. REME Museum

of Technology Save £1.00

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

DISCOUNT VOUCHER 10. Solent Sky

Save £1.00

£1.00 off adult admission tickets

DISCOUNT VOUCHER 13. Royal Signals Museum

1 child free per familyValid until Dec 2011

Portsmouth & Gosport

DISCOUNT VOUCHER 19. Museum of Army Flying

Save up to £7.50

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

DISCOUNT VOUCHER 22. Basing House

One child free with a full paying adultNot to be used in conjunction with any other offer or event days. Valid until the 31 March 2012.

DISCOUNT VOUCHER 21. Museum of the

Iron Age

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

DISCOUNT VOUCHER 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 2012.

Key for symbols Cafe Z Bus stop within 0.5km B Train Station within 1km S Full wheelchair access Q Partial Wheelchair access Y Partial Induction Loop I Discount vouchers available

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 (closed during 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).

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

2. Southsea Castle

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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.

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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

4. Portsmouth Fortifications

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HMS Victory, Mary Rose Museum, HMS Warrior 1860, National Museum of the Royal Navy, Action Stations and Harbour Tours. Climb aboard!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.

5. Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

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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.

6. Explosion! The Museum of Naval Firepower

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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-5.30pm; 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. Royal Navy Submarine Museum

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Home to the big guns of the Royal Armouries this superbly restored Victorian fort is packed with history. Brand new gallery displays and visitor centre with café opening summer 2011.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.

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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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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 SO14 3FR T: 023 8063 5830 W: www.spitfireonline.co.uk Open Tues-Sat, 10am-5pm; Sun 12pm-5pm.Adult: £6.50; Child: £4.50; Senior: £5.50; Family: available

10. Solent Sky

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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 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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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 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 Year’s 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 and boasting action packed live displays during school holidays.Bovington 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.

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Peninsula Barracks, Romsey Road, 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, SO23 9EG T: 01962 863 658 W: www.serleshouse.co.uk Open Tues-Fri, 10am-4pm; Weekends, Apr-Oct, 12pm-4pm. Free.

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

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

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Peninsula Barracks, Romsey Road, SO23 8TS T: 01962 828 549 W: www.rgjmuseum.co.uk E: curator@rgjmusuem.co.uk Open Mon-Sat, 10am-5pm, Sun opening during Summer (from 26 June - 11 Sept), 10am-5pm. Adult: £3.00; Child: £1.50; Senior: £2.00; Student: £1.50; Family:£6.00.

17. The Royal Green Jackets (Rifles) Museum

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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.

21. 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.

20. Museum of Army Chaplaincy

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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.armyflying.com Open daily, 10am-4.30pm. Adult: £7.50; Child: £5.00; Senior/Students: £5.50; Family: £22.00

19. Museum of Army Flying

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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: 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.

22. Basing House

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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.

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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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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. Small admission charges, please call for details.

24. Aldershot Military Museum

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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.

27. Lepe Country Park

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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.

26. Calshot Castle

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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 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.

28. Exbury Gardens and Steam Railway

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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 616 203 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.

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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

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March

17 Lecture: ‘Wellington in Winchester’, The Gurkha Museum

31 Lecture: ‘The Falklands War 1982 – a review of the strategy and politics for the campaign’, The Gurkha Museum

April

3 Blitz Day, REME Museum of Technology (TBC)

3 – 29 Easter Egg Hunt, REME Museum of Technology

9 Special family activities and live displays to mark opening of new exhibition - Battle-group Afghanistan, The Tank Museum

9 – 25 Easter Egg Trail, Basing House

11 – 25 Easter holiday family activities, Royal Marines Museum

11 – 26 Easter crafts, REME Museum of Technology

12 Eats, shoots and sleeps (army life insight), REME Museum of Technology

14 Easter Eggsperiments, Royal Navy Submarine Museum

14, 21 Octopus’s Garden, Royal Navy Submarine Museum

15 Lecture: ‘Kut 1916 – A defeat of British Arms in Mesopotamia’, The Gurkha Museum

23 Family Fun Day, The Royal Green Jackets (Rifles) Museum

24 – 25 Sealed Knot Easter, Basing House

29 – 30 Tudor Royal Wedding event, Basing House

May

1 Behind the Scenes Tour of the Armoury, Explosion! Museum of Naval Firepower

1 – 2 Tudor Royal Wedding event, Basing House

8 Mini Ship Show 2011, Explosion! Museum of Naval Firepower

13 Museums at Night: Under the Cover of Darkness, Royal Marines Museum

13, 14 Museums at Night: HMS Alliance comes to life? Royal Marines Museum

14 Museums at Night: Museum open until 9pm, Explosion! Museum of Naval Firepower

30 – 31 Half term family activities, Royal Marines Museum

June

1 – 3 Half term family activities, Royal Marines Museum

1 – 3 Mini assault course with other fun filled activities, REME Museum of Technology

2 Let’s Go Fly a Kite, Royal Navy Submarine Museum

4 – 5 Junkers World War II Mystery Walks with Author John Stanley, Exbury Gardens

5 Guided family walk to D-Day remains and code breaking activities (booking essential), Lepe Country Park

6 Adult guided walk to D-Day remains (booking essential), Lepe Country Park

6 D-Day anniversary special events, D-Day Museum

10 Lecture: ‘The Pakistan Army fighting terrorism today’, The Gurkha Museum

19 Father’s Day Submariners Sunday Lunch, onboard HMS Alliance, Royal Navy Submarine Museum

19 Wedding Fair, Royal Marines Museum

25, 26 Tankfest 2011, The Tank Museum

20 – 26 Armed Forces Week, Winchester’s Military Museums

July

2 Aldershot Army Show, Queens Avenue, Aldershot

10 – 31 Summer Treasure Hunt, REME Museum of Technology

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

27 Mini assault course with other fun filled activities, REME Museum of Technology

28 School summer holiday activities, Royal Marines Museum

16 April – 5 June

The Glory of the Gardens Exhibition, Exbury Gardens

22 – 25 April

Gosport Art Group Annual Exhibition, Explosion! Museum of Naval Firepower

15 July – 17 September

WI in Hants in Peace and War Exhibition, The Royal Green Jackets (Rifles) Museum

19 July – 19 September

From A – C, The Guardroom Museum

Exhibition looking at the use of computers in the British Army and the close links to Winchester.

30 – 31 July

The Exbury Tea Festival, Exbury Gardens

6 August - 4 September

The Scottish Connection – Pipes, Tartan, Kukris and Courage, The Gurkha Museum

Exhibition covering the links between the Gurkha Brigade and regiments of Scotland, including affiliations, tartans and pipe music and explores the battle honours.

18 – 21 August

Lee on Solent Art Group Annual Exhibition, Explosion! Museum of Naval Firepower

17 October onwards

Terms of Service, Royal Marines Museum Interactive exhibition following the contrasting journeys Royal Marines have faced through different conflicts over the years from the 18th Century to present day.

New developments and openings

The Tank Museum

Tank arena extension – arena length increased in size

Explosion! Museum of Naval Firepower

New Waterbus service (1 May – 30 September each year and during the April and October school holidays) also goes to Royal Navy Submarine Museum.

Basing House

New café, museum, audio tours and audio/visual show (Great Barn)

The Buckler’s Hard Maritime Museum

The museum is currently being renewed with the main exhibition area redisplay opening for Easter 2011.

In addition to the Woodland Walk, visitors will also be able to access the newly opened Apple Orchard.

Royal Armouries Fort Nelson

From summer 2011 visitors will be welcomed by a sparkling new visitor centre and car park, a glass gallery displaying the biggest and most famous objects in the collection, new galleries dedicated to the history of Fort Nelson and a state-of-the-art education centre.

Royal Navy Submarine Museum

New science interactives - escape challenge and drive a submarine.

Exbury Gardens and Steam Railway

Launch of completed engine shed walk-through exhibition; celebration of the 10th anniversary of the steam railway; extension of Herbaceous and grasses garden and development of a new butterfly meadow.

Lepe Country Park

Audio tour of D-Day remains, including Veterans voices. Download a link on the D-Day page of the Lepe Country Park website: www.hants.gov.uk/lepe

Hurst Castle

Opening of a secret tunnel leading to underground Victorian artillery shell stores.

Southsea Castle

New café opening in 2011.

August

4, 11, 18, 25 Family Fun Activities, Royal Navy Submarine Museum

1 – 31 School summer holiday activities, Royal Marines Museum

1 – 31 Summer Treasure Hunt, REME Museum of Technology

10 – 11 Build it! activities, REME Museum of Technology

4, 11, 18, 25 Summer holiday fun, Royal Navy Submarine Museum

13 – 14 Exbury Gardens Steam Railway 10th anniversary celebration event, Exbury Gardens

14 Go Ballistic! Royal Marines Museum

17 Family Fun Day, The Royal Green Jackets (Rifles) Museum

September

1 Family Fun Activities, Royal Navy Submarine Museum

1 – 9 Summer Treasure Hunt, REME Museum of Technology

8 – 11 Heritage Open Days, Royal Marines Museum

10 Heritage Open Days - Sensory Tours of HMS Alliance, Royal Navy Submarine Museum

23 – 25 1940’s weekend, Royal Marines Museum

October

1 Geo-caching treasure hunt, Basing House

1 – 2 Steam in the Gardens event, Exbury Gardens

1 – 31 Festival of Autumn colours, Exbury Gardens

7 Lecture: ‘Training Local Lashkars in the North West Frontier Province and Afghanistan in the 19th/20th Centuries and today’, The Gurkha Museum

7 Lecture: ‘Balancing the Army’s books’, The Gurkha Museum

9 Blitz Day, REME Museum of Technology (TBC)

24 – 28 Half term family activities, Royal Marines Museum

24 – 30 Exbury Gardens Ghost Train, Exbury Gardens

26 – 28 Short circuit family activity day, REME Museum of Technology

27 – 30 Spooky Submarine Tours, Royal Navy Submarine Museum

28 – 29 Ghost Walks, Basing House

November

1 – 30 Christmas parties, Royal Marines Museum

1 – 6 Festival of Autumn Colours, Exbury Gardens

8 Travelling Souk Christmas Fair in the Great Barn, Basing House

11 Lecture: ‘Everything is such as one would not see in a dream’, The Gurkha Museum

13 Remembrance Sunday, D-Day Museum

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

December

1 – 31 Christmas parties, Royal Marines Museum

1 – 31 Christmas Coin Hunt, REME Museum of Technology

3 – 4 Submarine Father Christmas, Royal Navy Submarine Museum

4 – 5 Kaleidoscope Christmas Concerts, Royal Marines Museum

9 Lecture: ‘The Road to Armageddon, Covering 1st Battalion RWF 1914’, The Gurkha Museum

11 – 23 Christmas Crafts, REME Museum of Technology

10, 11, Exbury Gardens Santa Steam Specials, 17 – 20 Exbury Gardens

Special displays and exhibitions

Until September 2011

Afghanistan; Conflict & Co-operation, The Guardroom Museum

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.

Until 2 October ‘Why Stay Silent?’ Royal Marines Museum

Inspirational and challenging exhibition featuring 25 individual stories of Remembrance.

9 April (ongoing)

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

Portsmouth & Gosport1 Royal Marines Museum

2 Southsea Castle 3 D-Day Museum and Overlord Embroidery 4 Portsmouth Fortifications

5 Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

6 Explosion! The Museum of Naval Firepower

7 Royal Navy Submarine Museum

8 Royal Armouries Fort Nelson

9 Royal Military Police Museum

Southampton 10 Solent Sky 11 Royal Victoria Country Park

Dorset 12 The Tank Museum 13 Royal Signals Museum

Winchester 14 HorsePower – The Museum of The Kings Royal Hussars

15 The Guardroom Museum

16 The Gurkha Museum

17 The Royal Green Jackets (Rifles) Museum

18 The Hampshire Regiment Memorial Garden and Museum

Aldershot & North Hants 19 Museum of Army Flying

20 Museum of Army Chaplaincy

21 Museum of the Iron Age

22 Basing House

23 REME Museum of Technology

24 Aldershot Military Museum

25 Army Medical Services Museum

New Forest 26 Calshot Castle

27 Lepe Country Park

28 Exbury Gardens and Steam Railway

29 Buckler’s Hard

30 Hurst Castle

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