Take a break on board HMS Belfast with our range of sandwiches, kids’ lunch bags, hot and cold drinks and freshly-baked cakes and muffins. Have an ice cream on the boat deck and enjoy the river views in the summer months.
Is there a toilet on HMS Belfast?
Toilets. There are two sets of toilets, one to the front of the ship and one to the back.
Can you go inside HMS Belfast?
Opening Times. 10am to 6pm daily, last entry 5pm.
Can you stay overnight on HMS Belfast?
Sleep onboard famous HMS Belfast!
Up to 52 children (26 boys and 26 girls for mixed-gender groups) and six adults can stay for up to three nights on board, immersing themselves in the ship’s history by sleeping in real sailors’ bunks.
How long do people stay at HMS Belfast?
A visit to the HMS Belfast generally takes around 90 minutes, although it isn’t uncommon for some visitors to spend at least half a day exploring all nine of its decks.
Do you have to pay to go on HMS Belfast?
Adult (16-64): £23.60. Child (5-15): £11.80. Concessions: £21.25. Child under 5: free.
What are the guns on HMS Belfast aimed at?
It sounds like an urban myth. The forward-facing guns of HMS Belfast are permanently positioned to score a direct hit on the London Gateway service station at Scratchwood. It is no myth. The target is intentional.
Is HMS Belfast seaworthy?
HMS Belfast is regularly dry-docked, and the plate thickness is checked with ultrasound and issued the required certification to remain on an active waterway. This means she should be seaworthy and is watertight, but she likely would not be able to move under her own steam.
How much is it to get on the HMS Belfast?
Price
| Ticket | ||
|---|---|---|
| Adults | Children 5-15 years old | Seniors over 60 |
| US$ 27.20 | US$ 24.50 | US$ 13.60 |
Can you get married on HMS Belfast?
Whichever room you decide upon, you and your guests can indulge in the unique history that HMS Belfast has to offer. Become part of that history by exchanging your vows on board.
Was the crown filmed on HMS Belfast?
“For this series we saw Suffolk double as Ghana, the HMS Belfast moored in the Thames in Southwark played the Royal Yacht Britannia, Addington Palace in Croydon was Clarence House and some really important scenes turned Victoria House in Bloombsury into the old ITN studios in Kingsway,” said Karen Everett, director of
How far can HMS Belfast guns firing?
about 14 miles
AC: We’re now stood in A Turret on HMS Belfast. This is the foremost Turret of the four six-inch turrets fitted to the ship. Each gun is capable of firing eight rounds per minute to a range of about 14 miles.
Why is HMS Belfast so famous?
HMS Belfast was immediately called into action and played a crucial role in protecting the arctic convoys, Russia’s supply route throughout the war. Most notably in her role during the Battle of North Cape which saw the sinking of the German battle cruiser Scharnhorst and the loss of all but 36 of her 1,963 crew.
Is HMS Belfast a light cruiser?
HMS Belfast is a Town-class light cruiser that was built for the Royal Navy. She is now permanently moored as a museum ship on the River Thames in London and is operated by the Imperial War Museum.
Is HMS Belfast good for kids?
With family activities, fun interactive displays, and stunning views of the Thames, HMS Belfast is an unforgettable family day out. There’s plenty of fun to have on board with free family activities to enjoy every weekend, and every day during the school holidays! Find out more here.
Is HMS Belfast strong?
The H.M.S. Belfast was the largest, most powerful battle cruiser owned by the British Navy during World War Two and took part in combat until 1963. The sailors’ hammocks, kitchen and dental surgery are all open for viewing over nine decks.
Is Titanic Belfast worth it?
It is Considered One of the World’s Leading Tourist Attractions. If you’re in doubt whether it is worth a trip to Belfast to see the Titanic museum and if it is a must on your Ireland Road Trip Itinerary, find solace in the fact that it is actually considered one of the world’s leading tourist attractions.
Can you see HMS Victory without paying?
You can access the dockyard without having to pay anything. Access to most of its exhibits such as HMS Victory etc, will have to be paid for. I’m not really an expert on prices etc so the best advice I can give you is to go onto the dockyards website or contact the Visitors Centre. However
Is HMS Belfast included in London Pass?
HMS Belfast is one of the attractions included in the London Pass, so if you’re planning on visiting more than one of London’s most popular attractions (including the London Eye and the Tower of London), you can save money by choosing the London Pass.
Is HMS Belfast air conditioned?
Historic London tourist attraction HMS Belfast has had its air conditioning system upgraded, with the addition of three AUXB18GALH 4-way compact cassettes and an ASYA09GACH wall-mount from Fujitsu Air Conditioning (UK).
Did HMS Belfast sink the Scharnhorst?
At 7.45pm HMS Belfast was ordered in to finish Scharnhorst with torpedoes but before it could fire Scharnhorst’s radar blip vanished and there was a series of muffled underwater explosions. In total, 1,927 German sailors were killed, with only 36 survivors. British dead numbered 18.