PRESS & MEDIA
Royal Navy Museums manages media enquiries and opportunities across our museums and sites, including:
- Royal Navy Museums: Portsmouth
- Royal Navy Museums: Naval Aviation
- Royal Navy Museums: Hartlepool
- Royal Navy Museums: HMS Caroline
- Royal Navy Museums: Submarines
- Royal Navy Museums: Explosion
- Portsmouth Historic Dockyard as a destination
Explore the sections below for information on press visits, commercial filming and photography, and our latest press releases.
PRESS VISITS
We welcome visits from media researching stories and broadcast opportunities about our sites and collections. Our team of experts are available to discuss specialist subjects and access to our archives where possible.
We are also happy to coordinate visits for consumer media/influencers and content creators reviewing a day out at our sites. Applications for these visits must be made in advance and be supported by a commission.
COMMERCIAL FILMING & PHOTOGRAPHY
Our historic sites and collections provide unique settings for filming and photography, from TV and online productions to commercial photography and video.
Commercial filming and photography is subject to approval and charges apply, with costs discussed based on your requirements. Recce visits can also be arranged to help you find the right location for your production.
Please note that filming and photography at our sites in Portsmouth and Gosport are subject to certain MOD regulations.
PRESS RELEASES & STATEMENTS
Keep up to date with our latest news and statements. We provide expert spokespeople for interview, images and information.
Our latest news and statements can be found below or click through to our News & Stories page for mor information.
Press Releases
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British Special Service Squadron – July 1924
In this ongoing blog series, the National Museum of the Royal Navy is following the route of the British Special Service Squadron during the…
Wedding Competition: Relive Your Special Day!
Did you say "I do" onboard the iconic HMS Warrior? We want to hear all about your magical day!
Funding Announced To Reimagine Historic Boathouse Including New Royal Marines Museum
Royal Navy Museums has secured Development Round funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund
Arrr your little buccaneers ready for a personal pirate adventure at the National Museum of the Royal Navy Hartlepool?
Get ready for a swashbuckling good time as the National Museum of the Royal Navy Hartlepool introduces an exciting new addition for 2024: pirate…
National Museum Of The Royal Navy Announces New CEO Appointment
Matthew Sheldon announced as new CEO of the National Museum of the Royal Navy bringing over 30 years of museum collections and leadership experience…
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard celebrates Community Hero Award
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard has been awarded the Community Hero Award at the Central South Business AwardsThe prestigious awards acknowledge those…
Introducing the new Youth Advisory Group for the National Museum of the Royal Navy
We are excited to announce the introduction of our first Youth Advisory Group to support our Board of Trustees! The Youth Advisory Group (YAG) will…
British Special Service Squadron - June 1924
In this ongoing blog series, the National Museum of the Royal Navy is following the route of the British Special Service Squadron during the…
HMS Trincomalee and the Indigenous Peoples of the Pacific Northwest Coast
As part of her second commission (1852-57), HMS Trincomalee was despatched to the Pacific Station in 1852. She started off her journey from Plymouth…
Spectacular fundraising event at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard in support of the new Royal Marines Museum
On Thursday 18 and Friday 19 July 2024 the National Museum of the Royal Navy will be offering visitors a unique opportunity to visit Portsmouth…
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard is shortlisted in the Central South Business Awards 2024 for Community Hero
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard is shortlisted in the Central South Business Awards 2024 for Community Hero Award.The Community Hero award recognises…
Conserving a map charting the course of the most legendary naval operation for D-Day 80
In June 1944 Southwick House, just outside of Portsmouth, became the nerve centre of the largest amphibious invasion in military history. Southwick…
Steam Pinnace 199
In the 1880s, the Admiralty commissioned a range of small steam boats called "Steam Pinnaces," to support the fleet. Steam Pinnace 199 represents the…
7 reasons to say ‘I Do’ onboard HMS Warrior
Are you searching for a wedding venue that offers more than just a picturesque backdrop? Look no further than HMS Warrior, where history,…
The story of the Royal Navy’s role in D-Day for D-Day 80
The D-Day landings, codenamed Operation Neptune, marked the start of the end for Nazi occupation in Europe. Nearly 7000 naval vessels were used…
British Special Service Squadron - May 1924
In this ongoing blog series, the National Museum of the Royal Navy is following the route of the British Special Service Squadron during the…