HMS M.33 — Attraction in Portsmouth

A great ship to view. It definitely feels like the least loved attraction. The ship is fun to explore but there isn’t much history to learn. No auto guides or anyone really there. There is a video but it’s not as fun learning about the ship sitting in a single metal room rather than actually going around the ship. The top level is interesting but the bottom is certainly not much to talk about.

Again, it’s still a joy to see but needs a bit of TLC/modernisation. I suspect most of the money is going to HMS Victory’s renovation. I suppose M.33 isn’t pulling in as much money as the rest. But it’s still worth putting...

HMS M.33 is a rare survivor from World War I. It offers a unique glimpse into maritime warfare. While the history of the Gallipoli Campaign is the main draw, the lesser-known details of life aboard and the ship's engineering; having been designed for rapid production, are equally fascinating aspects. The incredible mechanism on the rear-loading cannon was my favourite part. There's plenty of parking a short walk away at the Historic Dockyard Car Park and even closer (for less) at Wickham Street Car Park. Allow 15-30 minutes for your visit. Pre-purchasing an 'Ultimate Explorer' pass is recommended to save both...

Very sobering tour when it goes into detail of the ships service throughout the Gallipoli fiasco. Likewise the conditions endured insufferable heat whilst in the Mediterranean and freezing cold serving in Russia comfort was way down the list of priorities, including defence ie they were not designed to fight enemy ships....which is fine as long as no enemy ships find you 😀 Very helpful staff who readily answer a variety of questions, a lucky ship indeed together with a rather lucky...