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A 3D visualisation of the scaffolded stern of HMS Victory
HMS Victory invites visitors inside bold new phase of £42m conservation project
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Chatterboxes – Connection and Conversations with HMS Victory
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Jane Austen and the Royal Navy

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A 3D visualisation of the scaffolded stern of HMS Victory
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HMS Victory invites visitors inside bold new phase of £42m conservation project

New scaffolding will open up views of Nelson’s legendary flagship not seen for 260 years.
HMS Victory is now available in brick form.
Press Release

Win the world’s only official HMS Victory construction brick model set

In partnership with COBI, the National Museum of the Royal Navy present the first official HMS Victory construction brick model set.Enter Now
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Planning a visit to Portsmouth Historic Dockyard over the festive period? Please be aware of the planned work taking place at Junction 10 of the M27.

Planning a visit to Portsmouth Historic Dockyard over the festive period? Please be aware of the planned work taking place at Junction 10 of the M27…
Wedding couple on HMS Trincomalee
Blog

Real Wedding: Charlotte & Michael

We love hearing how much our couples enjoy their special day at the National Museum of the Royal Navy – and Charlotte and Michael’s beautiful wedding…
Press Release

Royal Air Force and Royal Marines heritage awarded £13.7m National Lottery funding

On the 80th anniversary of VE Day, The National Lottery Heritage Fund announces major funding to celebrate the heritage of the Royal Air Force and…
Listicle

New Acquisitions: The Highlights of 2024

2024 has been a year of significant acquisitions at The National Museum of the Royal Navy. Formed in 2009, The National Museum of the Royal Navy…
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National Museum of the Royal Navy Statement

On Monday 9 December 2024 the National Museum of the Royal Navy became aware that we have been the victim of a ransomware cyber attack.
Marching to the unveiling of the Royal Marine Light Infantry Memorial at Plymouth on Tuesday November 8th 1921 by Earl Fortescue, Lord Lieutenant of Devon.
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The history of Remembrance in the Royal Navy

Remembrance Day is a memorial day observed in Commonwealth member states since the end of the First World War to honour armed forces members who have…