Contact

Southsea Castle
Clarence Esplanade
Southsea
Hampshire
PO5 3PA

Tel: 023 9284 1625
Email: vis@portsmouthcc.gov.uk

Southsea Castle is open 10am-5pm (5.30pm April – September).

Entry is free.

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Collections and stories
Learn all about Southsea Castle through the items on display and the stories is has to tell.
About the castle
Learn more about Southsea Castle and its fascinating history.
By appointment
Have something specific in mind for Southsea Castle? Organise an appointment to speak to the team.
Castle glossary
Take a closer look at some of the castle's historic features.
Staff recommendations
Take a look at the favourite areas and artefacts from Southsea Castle staff and volunteers.
Stories
Southsea Castle has plenty of stories to tell. Here's a fascinating journey through its history.
Southsea Castle – a cunning plan!
Why was Southsea Castle built the way it was?
Southsea Castle and the Civil War
When Southsea Castle suffered its only direct attack.
The changing face of Southsea Castle
The castle has undergone huge changes over the past 500 years.
Get involved
Do you have a fascinating item relating to Southsea Castle, or have an interest in its history?
Donate an object
Want to make a donation to Southsea Castle? Find out all the information you need right here.
Make a donation
Help Southsea Castle by making a financial donation.
Volunteer
Find out about volunteer roles at Southsea Castle and how to apply.
Home
Come visit Southsea Castle and take a walk through centuries of history.
Private hire
Get all the details you need to hire Southsea Castle for your big event.
Event hire
Discover all you need to know about hiring Southsea Castle for your event.
Wedding hire
Southsea Castle provides an iconic and historic backdrop for your event.
Testimonials
Hear what previous guests had to say about their big day.
Visit
Get all the information you need for a visit to Southsea Castle.
Covid-19 FAQs
When will the museum re-open and what will be the opening hours? The museum has now re-opened. Opening hours are…
Groups
Booking a group visit to Southsea Castle? Read on for all the important details.
Museum access
See the accessibility information for visitors to Southsea Castle.
Schools
Southsea Castle offers a fun and informative day trip for all key stages.
Shop
Pick up a memento of your trip at the on-site Waterfront Gifts shop.
Southsea Brewing Company
How many 16th century castles have microbreweries contained inside?!
The Courtyard
Enjoy a rest and some wonderful local food at The Courtyard restaurant.
The Mary Rose
There's more to the link between Southsea Castle and The Mary Rose than history alone.
What to see and do
Don't miss all these great things to see and do on your visit to Southsea Castle.
Displays
Find out more about the museum displays to see at Southsea Castle.
Events
Don't miss the great events taking place at Southsea Castle all year round.
Tunnel tours
Delve deeper into Southsea Castle on a walking tour of its tunnels.