Weddings onboard HMS Warrior
Enquire nowHMS Warrior: a once-in-a-lifetime wedding venue, steeped in over 150 years of history.
Begin your forever aboard HMS Warrior, a historic masterpiece, where your love story joins her enduring legacy. Imagine your grand entrance, walking her restored deck, exchanging vows in Victorian splendour. Celebrate with harbour views on the Upper Deck, then move to the Officer's Half Deck for an unforgettable evening.
Our expert team work with the very best suppliers and closely with you to craft every detail, from florals to catering, ensuring an extraordinary wedding. Licensed for civil ceremonies, HMS Warrior accommodates weddings of all sizes, year-round. Create a wedding as timeless as your love.
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Make Your Proposal Unforgettable on HMS Warrior
In today’s world of social media and sharing life’s biggest moments, your proposal is just as important as the wedding itself! Why not make it truly special with a breathtaking backdrop onboard HMS Warrior?
Pop the question in style—choose the elegant Captain’s Cabin or the scenic upper deck, with stunning views over Portsmouth Harbour. Our team will help you plan the perfect moment, ensuring a unique and unforgettable experience in the heart of Portsmouth Historic Dockyard.
Your Exclusive Proposal Package Includes:
- 1 hour in the Captain’s Cabin or on the upper deck (weather permitting)
- A private and intimate proposal in a stunning historic setting
- A celebratory bottle of prosecco and bouquet of flowers
- An event manager to help plan & capture your special moment on your mobile
Why not updated your experience for an extra fee:
- Keepsake HMS Warrior personalised champagne flutes
- String Quartet or Shanty Band
- Professional photographer
Price: £250
Digital Walkthrough of HMS Warrior
Want to see the venue in advance? Our interactive 360° walkthrough lets you explore HMS Warrior so you can get an idea of how your special day could look.
Venue Details
Captains Cabin:
- Reception - 25
- Ceremony - 25
Officer's Half Deck
- Reception - N/A
- Ceremony - 90
Gun Deck
- Reception - 240
- Ceremony - N/A
We have a choice recommended suppliers that you can choose from for your special day. More information can be found in our brochure here.
You will find details of our recommended decoration specialists and florists in our Preferred Supplier List. For low key small decorative items, please discuss this with your Event Manager who will be able to advise further. Please note that helium balloons, confetti, dry ice, sparklers and candles are not permitted on the ship. We do however welcome alternative battery powered candles.
Discover our hand-picked suppliers
Each of our venues works with a select range of trusted, high-quality suppliers who understand how to protect our heritage venues and historic vessels, leaving you to relax and enjoy your bespoke occasion.
From caterers and cake makers, to musicians and décor specialists, work directly with our suppliers to build a unique package for you and your event.
Packages
Chart your course to wedded bliss with HMS Warrior's exquisite wedding packages. Choose from the intimate Captain's Package, the grand Admiral's Package, or create your own unique experience with Dry Hire. Explore the details below and find the perfect setting for your special day.
The Captain’s Package
Exchange intimate vows in the historic Captain's Cabin, overlooking Portsmouth Harbour.
This exclusive package, for up to 25 guests, includes welcome drinks, canapés, and ceremony setup. Personalise the space with your own decorations and a curated playlist. £1,500, or £1,800 with upgraded drinks and canapés.
If you prefer full creative control, the Captain’s Cabin is also available as a dry hire option for ceremonies only, priced at £2,400.
The Admiral’s Package
Celebrate your love in grand style aboard HMS Warrior. Exchange vows on the historic Officer's Half Deck, followed by a memorable reception dining on authentic mess tables in the Main Gun Deck.
This comprehensive package accommodates 70 to 90 guests, featuring welcome drinks, a delicious three-course meal with prosecco toast, and an evening grazing board. Enjoy a DJ and dance floor, with tables and chairs set for your personal touches. Priced from £8,000, with options for additional guests.
If you would prefer creative control, the Officer’s Half Deck is available for dry hire, priced at £2,700 (peak season) or £2,400 (off-peak season).
Thank you
By choosing to host your event with us, you are doing more than just booking a uniquely memorable venue. You are actively contributing to the conservation of Britain’s naval heritage.
The National Museum of the Royal Navy is a charitable organisation, and all profit generated via venue hire is reinvested so that we can continue to preserve and improve our iconic ships, aircraft and submarines as well as our treasured collections and historic buildings for the general public to enjoy.
FAQs
Off-peak rates apply mid-week or from October to March, while peak season runs from April to September.
Our historic venues are very delicate due to their age and structure, requiring continuous conservation, therefore we ask that you work with our approved event suppliers who are experts in their field and know our venues as well as we do.
Yes, we are able to offer discount if you are a military personnel wishing to marry at one of our venues. Please let our Event Manager know upon enquiry and they will be able to discuss this with you in more detail.
The decks of our historic ships are sensitive to marking from sharp objects, therefore we ask that the heels of the shoes are larger than a 5p coin or that heel protectors are worn. These are available to purchase from us or you are welcome to bring your own.
You will find details of our recommended decor specialists and florists in our Preferred Supplier List. For low key small decorative items, please discuss this with your Event Manager who will be able to advise further. Please note that helium balloons, confetti, dry ice, sparklers and candles are not permitted on the ship. We do however welcome alternative battery powered candles.
We don’t have elopement packages yet, but we have spaces suitable for the smallest wedding to a large gathering and you can hire them for ceremonies only, on any day of the week.
By car:
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard is just off junction 12 of the M27, follow the brown and white signs to ‘Historic Dockyard’ which will lead you to our official car park which is located only 400 yards from the entrance at Victory Gate. If this car park is full there are others within close proximity at Gunwharf Quays and Havant Street.
If using a satnav device, please use the postcode PO1 3 LJ.
Public transport:
The nearest train station is Portsmouth Harbour, and then it is a 5 minute walk to Victory Gate
Contact us to start planning your wedding celebration
Grand Magazine
The Grand Magazine boasts incredible views across the naval dockyard and the Solent beyond creating the perfect backdrop for your special day. With its high vaulted ceilings and beautiful Georgian wood floors, get ready to wow your guests and dance the night away in style.
VIP Experiences and Private Group Tours
Get closer to our incredible collections through a wide range of experiences and private guided tours.
Whether you’re looking at purchasing a VIP gift experience for a loved one, or are a true naval enthusiast wanting to delve deeper behind the scenes, our historic ships, aircraft, and collections create the ultimate one-of-a-kind experience.
Discover our wedding packages
Proposal Package
Make Your Proposal Unforgettable on HMS Warrior
In today’s world of social media and sharing life’s biggest moments, your proposal is just as important as the wedding itself! Why not make it truly special with a breathtaking backdrop onboard HMS Warrior?
Pop the question in style—choose the elegant Captain’s Cabin or the scenic Upper Deck, with stunning views over Portsmouth Harbour. Our team will help you plan the perfect moment, ensuring a unique and unforgettable experience in the heart of Portsmouth Historic Dockyard.
What’s included?
- 1 hour in the Captain’s Cabin or on the upper deck (weather permitting)
- A private and intimate proposal in a stunning historic setting
- A celebratory bottle of prosecco
- An event manager to help plan & capture your special moment on your mobile
- 10% off venue hire if you then decide to book you wedding day onboard
Optional upgrades for an extra fee:
- Keepsake HMS Warrior personalised champagne flutes
- String Quartet or Shanty Band
- Professional photographer
Captain's Package
Step aboard HMS Warrior and exchange vows in the historic Captain’s Cabin, an elegant and intimate setting for your special day. With breathtaking harbour views, this unique venue offers a truly unforgettable experience for you and your guests.
With space for up to 25 guests, your wedding will take place in the Captain’s Cabin, beginning at 3:30pm and concluding at 6:00pm, with the ceremony set for 4:00pm.
What's included?
- Celebrate your special moment with a welcome drink for each guest, choosing between prosecco or bottled beer. For an extra touch of luxury, upgrade to champagne.
- A selection of four canapés per person is included, with the option to upgrade to six.
- To make your day seamless, we provide tables and chairs for the ceremony and registry signing.
- You are welcome to personalise the space with your own flowers and decorations.
- A Spotify playlist (provided by you) can be played during the event, and live music is welcome if arranged separately.
Admiral's Package
Step aboard HMS Warrior and celebrate your love in a setting like no other. Exchange vows on the Officer’s Half Deck, a space steeped in history, before dining on authentic mess tables in the Main Gun Deck for a truly immersive and unforgettable experience.
With capacity for 70 to 90 guests, your wedding begins with a 4:30pm arrival, followed by a 5:00pm ceremony, and concludes at 11:30pm, giving you plenty of time to celebrate in style.
What's included?
- Begin your celebration with a welcome drink, choosing from prosecco or bottled beer
- A three-course sit-down meal, accompanied by tea, coffee, and a prosecco toast
- An evening grazing board
- A DJ and dance floor
- Your ceremony and reception will be beautifully set with tables and chairs, ready for your personal touches
Dry hire
For couples who prefer full creative control, HMS Warrior is available for Dry Hire– offering you the flexibility to design your wedding exactly as you envision it. From the decor to the entertainment and everything in between, you’re in control.
Choose from our extensive list of trusted caterers, each offering something unique to suit a variety of tastes and styles. And that’s just the beginning – we also work with a wide range of experienced suppliers including florists, live bands, DJs, vintage vehicles, décor stylists, Masters of Ceremonies, and more, all familiar with our iconic ship and the needs of wedding couples.
Explore our recommended suppliers list and start planning a bespoke celebration that’s truly yours, with the historic and atmospheric HMS Warrior as your unforgettable backdrop.
Plus, our dedicated Event Manager will be by your side throughout the planning process and on the day itself, ensuring everything runs smoothly so you can relax and fully enjoy your big day.