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Fantastic experience, HMS Warrior in Portsmouth, England is an absolute must-visit for anyone interested in naval history and maritime engineering. HMS Warrior is a beautifully restored 19th-century iron-hulled warship that served in the Royal Navy during the Victorian era. The ship is one of a kind, and the attention to detail in its restoration is incredible. The ship is complete with period-appropriate furniture, uniforms, and weapons, which brings it to life. You will feel as though you have stepped back in time as you explore the decks of the ship and see how the crew lived and worked. The tour itself is well-structured and easy to follow. The audio guide is informative and engaging, guiding you through the ship's history, the engineering that made it possible, and the crew's daily routines. The guides are passionate about their work and love sharing their knowledge with visitors. Visitors have shared that the tour guides facts are engrossing, informative, and well-articulated. It's clear that they know their craft and they deliver their knowledge in an accessible and fascinating way. The ship is vast, and it covers a considerable area. You will have plenty of opportunities to take various photographs, each with its unique aesthetic. From each angle, you will appreciate the sheer size and power of the vessel, and the ingenuity that brought it to life. Some visitors noted that they spent hours exploring every detail and still felt as if they wanted to stay longer. The experience is not just for history buffs or naval enthusiasts, as it guarantees a fascinating experience to anyone visiting the Portsmouth area. Families and children, in particular, would enjoy HMS Warrior. It is a superb learning opportunity and offers an interactive experience that keeps children engaged. Some reviewers have mentioned that they brought their children who were reluctant visitors, and they left fascinated by the experience. Finally, the ship is accessible and well-equipped for all visitors. The design of the vessel is entirely wheelchair accessible. There are plenty of elevators and accessible features, so all areas of the ship can be visited. In conclusion, HMS Warrior in Portsmouth, England is a fantastic experience for anyone interested in naval history, British engineering feats and interactive learning. The tour guides are passionate and informative, and the audio tour is informative and engaging. From the audio tour to the well-preserved fittings, there is something to inspire and enthuse everyone, regardless of their age or background. HMS Warrior is incredible, and I would highly recommend a visit.
Gary MitchellGary Mitchell
10
Thankfully HMS Warrior is somewhat more comfortable to walk about than HMS Victory in so far as I could do it with a straightish back, the ship located just behind the entrance is accessed via the jetty where you pass a section of hull plating, I imagine wheelchair access could be gained to the top deck with some considerable exursion but that would be the limit as to enter below to the Main and lower decks and 24ft below the water line to the Orlop&hold would prove rather difficult. The ship is immaculate throughout and guides posted at various points throughout bedecked in authentic clothing of the period reenacting the roles for which they are dressed give the experience that living touch so to speak. The guide at the coal bunker was very good giving a dramatic insight into the life of stoker's and trimmers the life blood of the ship as well as associated customs between sailors and stoker's and also the pay. Each area has its own story to tell no doubt from the divers store, officers quarters right up to the captain himself, demonstrations take place throughout the day but we were unfortunate to miss these. Like the rest of the Historical Dockyard well worth a visit. A useful free guide is available an image of which I've attached
Alan MatthewsAlan Matthews
10
Victorian Ironclad battleship HMS Warrior is a love letter to restoration. Only in service for a few short years as a warship, she finished her naval career as a floating fuel barge devoid of all fixtures and fittings during WW2. What you see today is how she looked in the 1860s when launched. On boarding you work your way down steep steps and wind your way through the decks going into the engine rooms and back up again. For kids and adults alike there is a collection of stamps to get on various parts of the ship to keep you entertained. As with HMS Victory and the Mary Rose there are guides and re enactors available to tell you the history of the ship and what life was like for a Victorian Sailor. Access for disabled is up via a ramp onto the main deck. Pushchairs (or perambulators as they were!) are left at the base of the ramp and looked after by the attendant.
simon randellsimon randell
00
This historic, mid-19th century ship being sold as an attraction is a very fitting description. As a part of the Historic Dockyard, the 40-gun ship is outfitted with authentic weaponry, a set of informative staff, and an in-depth view into how the ship ran and what life would have been like on board. We were able to attend a number of talks from the crew including how the engines ran and the personnel weaponry used, and my young brother was even allowed in a sailors hammock! Overall, a very interesting and fun experience, great for kids and adults alike, the only drawback is that for those that struggle with vertical movement the ship has lots of very steep stairs, almost closer to ladders, which were not the easiest to manoever.
Samson LewisSamson Lewis
20
Great few hours out! Bought an ANNUAL 'Ultimate Explorer' family ticket which includes ALL Portsmouth Dockyard attractions (including Submarine Museum and Explosion Museum of Naval Firepower')... Pay once, visit all year... It's too big to do it all in one day... It also includes a harbour tour and boat crossing to/fm Gosport and Portsmouth... Wrt to HMS Warrior; great actors/volunteers who could be found all over the ship, bursting with knowledge about their particular role. They really made things come alive and to help explain life on board an 1860's ship of the Royal Navy!
Alexandra BackAlexandra Back
10
Everybody knows about the Mary Rose and the Victory, but HMS Warrior 1860 is as much of a must-see as them. The world's first fully iron-hulled warship, it is fantastically well-preserved and presented, with actors playing sailors of the era who really bring it to life. One did a gunnery demonstration that alone was worth the visit. It's also the only ship where they give you a free leaflet with diagrams of all the decks - really useful. Very highly recommended. (P.S. The café on board is no longer open, even though it's still listed in the Dockyard guidebook).
Peter RPeter R
20
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Victory Gate, Portsmouth PO1 3QX, United Kingdom
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historicdockyard.co.uk
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HMS Warrior is a 40-gun steam-powered armoured frigate built for the Royal Navy in 1859–1861. She was the name ship of the Warrior-class ironclads.
attractions: Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, Spinnaker Tower, HMS Victory, Mary Rose Museum, Round Tower, National Museum of the Royal Navy, Portsmouth Cathedral, Action Stations, Rituals, restaurants: Slug & Lettuce - Portsmouth, Zizzi - Portsmouth, The Still & West, Old Portsmouth, All Bar One Portsmouth, Ship Anson, The Old Customs House, Gunwharf Quays, Las Iguanas - Portsmouth - Gunwharf Quays, Nando's Portsmouth, Bella Italia - Portsmouth Gunwharf Quays, Spice Island

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