Once upon a time, before the town of Portsmouth was founded, this coastline was made up of creeks, low-lying marsh and water. Over the centuries the coastline has altered, but the town's position here on the south coast, its proximity to the open sea, coupled with control of the harbour and its entrance, have secured Portsmouth's place in history as one of the world's great anchoranges and a rendevous for British shipping in times of war for over 800 years.
Accessibility
The museum is totally accessible via a lift to all galleries on three floors. Wheelchairs are available for use by visitors. Induction loops for hearing impaired visitors are installed in reception, animated map of Portsmouth display and the Victorian room setting. Accessible toilet and baby changing facility. Parking spaces for disabled visitors.
· Induction Loops
· Lift to all galleries
· Accessible toilet
· Wheelchairs available
· Parking spaces
· lowered reception counters for wheelchair users
· Induction Loops
· Lift to all galleries
· Accessible toilet
· Wheelchairs available
A Minicom telephone is situated in our main reception for hearing impaired customer enquiries. Please call +44 (0)23 9287 6550.
You can get all Portsmouth Museums information in translation, large print or tape. Please call 023 9282 7261
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