Once upon a time,
the city was threatened by attack from the sea.
Henry VIII ordered that Southsea Castle be built to defend Portsmouth and it harbour. Since then the Castle has been guarding the city for over 400 years.

 

 

 

 

Accessibility

You can get all Portsmouth Museums information in translation, large print or tape. Please call 023 9282 7261

To request other languages call 023 9284 1652

Facilities

Staff Trained to Help Steps within the building Working Dogs Welcome Induction Loops Used Disabled Toilets


Southsea Castle
Visit the City Museums site
Visit the Natural History Museum Site
Visit the D-day museum site
Visit the Records Office site
Visit the Charles Dickens site
Visit the Museums Shop site
Visit the Portsmouth Museum Portal site
Photo of Re-Enactment