Southsea Castle
Barely was the work completed when Henry VIII's flagship, the Mary Rose, tragically sank in front of the Castle. During the English Civil War, nearly a century later, the Castle was captured for the only time in its history, by Parliamentarian forces.
Over the centuries, Southsea Castle's defences were strengthened so that it could continue to protect Portsmouth. In the 19thC a tunnel was built to defend the Castle moat. Visitors can still enter the tunnel and see how the Castle would have been defended against invaders.Atrillery, gun platforms and panoramic views from the top of the keep to the Isle of Wight and Solent.
Opening Times
Open All Year
01/04/2008 to 30/09/2008
Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff* |
|---|---|
| Family ticket | £9.50 |
| Adult ticket | £3.50 |
| Concession ticket | £3.00 |
| Child ticket | £2.50 |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Ticket Information
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff* |
|---|---|
| Family ticket | £9.50 |
| Adult ticket | £3.50 |
| Concession ticket | £3.00 |
| Child ticket | £2.50 |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Road Directions
M27 to M275 to seafront.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest stations are Portsmouth & Southsea or Portsmouth Harbour.
Facilities
Provider Preferences
- In town/city centre
Accessibility
- Facilities for Visually Impaired Visitors - Audio visual display available
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors - Available in nearby D-Day museum car park
Parking & Transport
- Coach parking
- On site parking - Adjacent at the D-Day Museum
- On site parking close by
- Railway station within 5 miles
Catering
- Picnic Site - on communal parkland
Payment Methods
- Approx length of visit - 1-1.5 hours
- Blue Badge Guides admitted free
- Groups Accepted - Please download our Group Travel Guide for detailed information.
- MasterCard accepted
- Min group size - 15 (to achieve group rates)
- Special group rates - Adult: £2.80 Senior: £2.40 Child: £2.00 Students: 1.70
- Visa accepted
Establishment Features
- Conference facilities
- Event Venue
- Groups welcome
- Toilets
Specialist Features
- Educational Groups
- Family Fun
- Marketed Towards Families
- Marketed Towards Senior Citizens
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted - Most suitable for Key Stages 1, 2 and 3. 'Tudor Experience' sessions available.
