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NAVY NEWS MUSEUMS GUIDE 1998
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THE GOLDEN HINDE
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Drake's ship sails on THE GOLDEN Hinde is a full-size sea-going reconstruction of the Elizabethan vessel in which Sir Francis Drake circumnavigated the world in 1577-80. Launched in 1973, the replica repeated Drake's world voyage and in 1981 was established as an educational museum, visiting more than 300 ports worldwide and sailing a total of 140,000 miles. The ship is now permanently berthed on the south bank of the Thames near London Bridge, and the crew - dressed in 16th century costume - guide visitors around her.
OPENING TIMES: Daily except Christmas Day, 10am-6.00 in summer (April-Oct.)- 10-5.00 in winter. Ship closed during educational and private functions (call 0171 403 0123 to check). ADMISSION CHARGES: Adults - £2.30, children - £1.50, senior citizens and concessions - £1.90, family ticket (two adults, three children) - £6. Schools field trip - £2 per student. Daytime living histories for children 6-12 - £20 (£30 with overnight stay). Fun and educational workshops (four hours with lunch for children 6-12) -£12. FACILITIES: Function venue. Shop selling gifts, hot and cold drinks, ice-cream, snacks. Closest car park on Southwark St. Parking limited on weekdays. ACCESS: Underground - two minutes walk from London Bridge station, and five minutes from Monument. Buses - several routes to London Bridge. Car - eastwards on Southwark St from Southwark Bridge Rd. Enter Borough High St heading towards London Bridge. Left into Bedale St opposite Barclays Bank.
RN PATROL SERVICE ASSOCIATION MUSEUM LOWESTOFT in Suffolk was the central depot of the Royal Naval Patrol Service which, during World War II operated 1,637 ships, including minesweepers, corvettes, fuel and water carriers, motor launches and seaplane tenders. Now, in the former HMS Europa, HQ of the RNPS at Sparrow's Nest, the Royal Naval Patrol Service Association Museum exhibits medals, uni-
forms, flags and photographs. Also displayed is a detailed scale model of on-deck activity.
'Tliis beautiful miniature Vase is chosen from our (atest range of glassware, 'Please phone, for details of other items in the collection
,•11 S: Mon.-Fri. 10pm-12 noon and 1.30pm-4.30pm from May 11 to Oct. 9. ADMISSION: Free. FACILITIES: Guided tours by arrangement. ACCESS: Off the A12 Ipswich to Gt Yarmouth road, near the lighthouse and seafront. INFORMATION: 01502586250.
Please send the completed order form with remittance to: THE BUSINESS MANAGER, NAVY NEWS, HMS NELSON, QUEEN STREET, PORTSMOUTH POI 3HH.
PLYMOUTH CITY MUSEUM THE CITY and the Sea' exhibition at Plymouth City Museum and Art Gallery traces the maritime history of Plymouth, and will run until the autumn of 1999. It presents the legacy of celebrated figures, including Drake, Cook and Scott. The display includes bone models made by French prisoners of war in the 19th century, intricate ship models, and marine paintings. Since 1915 the museum has held the collection of Devonport Museum - formed in 1883 - and the Cottonian Collection.
Satellite museums include the Elizabethan House, the Merchant's House Museum of the 17th century, Plymouth Dome - an interactive visitor centre, and Smeaton's Tower, an historic lighthouse. Last year the museum had over 90,000 visitors.
DATA FILE OPENING TIMES: Tue.-Fri. - 10am5.30pm, Sat. & bank holiday Mondays 10am-Spm. ADMISSION: Free. FACILITIES: Access for disabled, shop, refreshments. INFORMATION: 01752 304768.
FELIXSTOWE MUSEUM A NAVAL Room in Felixstowe DATA FILE Museum contains exhibits, prints and models from the World Wars, including models of tank landing ships and landing craft that sailed from the area to the D-Day beaches in 1944. There are also paddle steamer models, and items connected with the town's Landguard Fort - scene of a Dutch attack in 1667, and where the museum is situated.
OPENING TIMES. Weds.-Sun. 2pm5pm, May-Sept. Out-of-hours visits by schools, clubs, associations, by arrangement. ADMISSION CHARGES: Adults £1, children 50p FACILITIES: Car park near, hot and cold drinks and biscuits, souvenir shop, disabled access. ACCESS: In Ravelin Block, Landguard Fort, at Landguard Point on the seafront. INFORMATION: 01394 277985.
TEL: 01705 826040 EACH ITEM PACKED IN A MAROON, SATIN LINED PRESENTATION BOX
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Lead Crystal Oval Decanter in presentation box
2 Lead Crystal
Port Decanter in presentation box
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Lead Crystal Mini Sovereign Decanter in presentation box
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Clear Crystal Water Jug and Glass in presentation box
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Clear Crystal Claudia Goblet in presentation box
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Clear Crystal Ipt. Star Tankard in presentation box
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Clear Crystal l/2pt. Torro Tankard in presentation box
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Lead Crystal Chateau Whisky in presentation box (pair)
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Lead Crystal Sliced Paperweight in presentation box
10 Clear Crystal Claudia Brandy Glass in presentation box (pair)
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£89 99 95 £59 95 £39 23 £19 63 £28 60 £26, 36 £43,95 £26 55 £30 99
ALL PRICES INCLUDE UK P«.P. PLEASE ALLOW 28 DAYS FOR DELIVERY Available to readers outside the UK. Please write/phone for postage costs and payment details.
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GOSPORT MUSEUM GOSPORT Town defences and military transport is dealt with by Gosport Museum, run by Hampshire County Council. Sailmaking and boatbuilding also feature among the exhibits.
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my Access/Visa/Barclay/Delta Card/Solo/Switch. My card number is OPENING TIMES: Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Sun. (May-Sept, only) 1pm-5pm. ADMISSION: Free. Groups welcome by appointment. FACILITIES: Resources room and meetings room available for school groups and researchers. Coffee shop. Free parking within five minutes' walk.
Assistance for wheelchair users available on request. Audio-tape guide to geology gallery available for visually impaired. ACCESS: At the corner of Clarence and Walpole Roads a short distance from bus, station and ferry terminal (from Portsmouth). INFORMATION: 01705 588035.
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