Historic Warships
Birkenhead, Merseyside
Event Details
- Open:
- 10am - 4pm
- Admission:
- £N/a
- Category:
- Historic/Heritage
- Venue:
- East Float
- Website:
- Visit website
- Address:
- EAST FLOAT
East Float, Dock Road, Birkenhead, Wirral
Birkenhead
Merseyside
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The largest collection of 20th century historic warships in preservation in Europe. A maritime museum hosting a significant reminder of the Nationīs rich maritime heritage.
Explore the site and then visit us to experience what life was really like aboard these famous historic vessels.
The collection consists of the two Falklands Conflict veterans the frigate HMS Plymouth and the submarine HMS Onyx. In addition the minehunter HMS Bronington once commanded by HRH, The Prince of Wales with the last surviving Landing Craft, Tank (LCT 7074) that took part in D-Day completes the Warship reservationīs īfleetī.
Also on display is the unique time capsule the German U-boat U534.
Our Gift Shop is now open. Browse the fine collection of German U-boat books, Falklands War stories, British submarine history books and general naval history publications.
For more information about Historic Warships, please contact , or see event details above.
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