HMS Belfast - Group Ticket England

One of the most powerful large light cruisers ever built, HMS Belfast is now the only surviving vessel of her type to have seen active service during the Second World War. HMS Belfast played a leading part in the destruction of the battle cruiser Scharnhorst, and also the Normandy Landings. In service with the Royal Navy until 1965, she was saved for the nation in 1971 as a unique reminder of Britain?s naval heritage. Launch! Shipbuilding Through the Ages This new family-orientated exhibition will use hands-on and computerised interactive displays and engaging film and footage to demonstrate techniques of shipbuilding, from the ?age of sail? to modern prefabrication methods. The exhibition will focus on the science, engineering and social history of shipbuilding in Great Britain, and the interactive elements of the exhibition will allow children of all ages to get involved and experience this history. Explore ?What shall we give in return for so much?? One of the most powerful large light cruisers ever built, HMS Belfast is now the only surviving vessel of her type to have seen active service during the Second World War. Serving Britain for 32 years, she played an important role in both the Second World War and the Korean War as well as performing peacekeeping duties throughout the 1950s and 1960s. Saved from destruction in 1971, HMS Belfast is now part of the Imperial War Museum and is the first ship to be preserved for the nation since Nelson?s Victory. Through its team of staff and volunteers ? many of whom are veteran crew ? the Imperial War Museum is dedicated to making sure that HMS Belfast still has a role to play in reminding visitors of her unique place in Britain?s maritime heritage. History of HMS Belfast The term 'cruiser' goes back to the days of sailing ships when large frigates could be detached from the main fleet to cruise independently. The sailing cruiser, like her twentieth-century counterpart, was sufficiently powerful and fast to attack and destroy enemy commerce raiders. During the nineteenth century when sail gave way to steam and wooden ships were replaced by those built of iron, and later of steel, the cruiser evolved into a powerful warship which was used to patrol the Empire trade routes and protect friendly merchant shipping. After the First World War (1914-1918) a single category of cruiser emerged whose size was indicated by the size of its guns; thus, HMS Belfast is a 6-inch cruiser, designed for the protection of trade, for offensive action, and as a powerful support for amphibious operations. Please note: children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Please allow 1½ - 2 hours for your visit.

HMS Belfast was launched in 1938 and served with distinction in both the Second World War and the Korean War. One of the most powerful large light cruisers ever built, HMS Belfast is now the only surviving vessel of her type to have seen active service during the Second World War. This Group Offer is ONLY VALID fro groups of 10 or more! Any bookings under 10 persons we will be forced to cancel and refund minus a £5 fee. Ticket Includes: Entry to HMS Belfast Instant ticket delivery Good To Know: Your discount Churchill War Musuem Group tickets CANNOT be amended or cancelled. Please ensure the information you input is accurate. All bookings with less than 10 people will not be processed and £5 cancellation will be applied. Please note : Group should access the park together as a group. Ticket Excludes: Group discount. For groups of 10+ people, please contact us on [email protected] or 020 3540 7707 to book and receive your additional discount Food & beverages Highlights: Best known for her role during the Second World War in supporting the Allied troops on D-Day, HMS Belfast offers nine decks of history. Explore and climb through from the boiler rooms 15ft below the waterline of the River Thames to the spectacular view of London's skyline from the flag deck. From the guns that fired some of the first shots of D-Day or the engines that powered the ship through the Arctic Convoys, you?ll find stories and recollections of the 950 strong crew throughout HMS Belfast.  Now moored next to Tower Bridge, don?t miss your chance to step on to this floating city and discover what life for those who lived and worked on board. Why not combine your visit to HMS Belfast with other popular attractions and activities in London such as Kensington Palace or a Thames Cruise.