Hovercraft Museum
Lee-on-the-Solent, Gosport
A volunteer-run museum on the Lee-on-the-Solent seafront, based on the old Daedalus naval base. Visitors can climb aboard the SR.N4 cross-channel hovercraft and try hands-on activities such as air hockey.
Highlights
- Climb aboard the SR.N4 hovercraft
- Hands-on displays and activities such as air hockey
- Volunteer guides who explain the exhibits
- Seafront setting
Good to know
- The museum is closed Monday to Friday
- Concessions include older visitors, students, disabled visitors, military and emergency services
Getting there
Hovercraft Museum, Marine Parade West, Lee-on-the-Solent, Hampshire, PO13 9NSParking: Parking is available along the seafront and on surrounding roads.
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