Meet Our Tudor Crew
The Mary Rose Museum, Portsmouth · 26 October to 30 October 2026
Visitors to The Mary Rose Museum in Portsmouth can meet the Tudor sailors and learn which mythical creatures frightened them and how they guarded against the dark spirits of the sea. The sessions run from 11:30am to 3:00pm from 26 to 30 October 2026, during half-term, and suit families. The activity is part of the Portsmouth 100 centennial celebrations, and booking is recommended.
Highlights
- Meet costumed Tudor sailors at The Mary Rose Museum
- Learn about the mythical creatures sailors feared at sea
- Daily sessions 11:30am to 3:00pm, 26 to 30 October 2026
Getting there
The Mary Rose Museum, PO1 3PY
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