Hms Belfast
HMS Belfast, moored at Morgan's Lane off Tooley Street, is a World War Two cruiser with nine decks. As you explore this floating museum, pop into the Captain's Bridge and then head down to the massive Boiler and Engine Rooms, well below the ship's waterline. Launched on St Patrick's Day (17th March) 1938 the 187-metre long ship is a 6-inch cruiser (the inches denote the size of its guns), designed for the protection of trade, for offensive action, and to support military operations by aiding landings from the sea. One of her last jobs was to help evacuate emaciated survivors of Japanese prisoner of war and civilian internment camps from China. Up until the autumn of 1947 she was fully occupied with peace-keeping duties in the Far East. Following a stint in Korea she was retired in 1952 and long after was given to the public in 1971.
VISITORS INFORMATION:
Opening Times
1st Mar to 31st Oct: 10am-6pm | 1st Nov to 28th Feb: 10am-5pm
Car Parks
Snows fields NCP (8 minutes)
Q-Park Butlers Wharf (9 minutes)
| Individuals |
Group Rates (10 or more) |
| Adults |
£12.95 |
Adults group |
£10.40 |
| Unemployed |
£6.50* |
Children(under 16) |
Free |
| Children (under 16) |
Free |
Senior citizens |
£9.10 |
| Senior citizens |
£10.40 |
Students |
£9.10** |
| Students |
£10.40** |
| Disabled Visitors and Carers |
£7.80 |
| Children(under 16) FREE Carers |
FREE*** |
* In receipt of benefits; must have proof of entitlement
** Upon presentation of a valid Student ID card
*** One per disabled visitor
Travel:
Underground Stations
London Bridge Tube (5 minutes)
Borough Tube (14 minutes)
Railway Stations
London Bridge Railway Station (5 minutes)
Elephant & Castle Railway Station (25 minutes)
Accessibility:
The nature of the ship makes access to some of the areas below decks impossible for wheelchair users.
Some modifications have been made to provide a limited tour of the ship including the Quarterdeck, the Boat Deck and the Walrus Café.
Access to the ship is via a gangway with a wheelchair lift to lower you on board. Wheelchairs are available on loan. Key-operated toilets are available.
Guide dogs are welcome.
Eating & Drinking:
The Walrus Café in Zone 3 serves a variety of cooked meals, hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches and confectionery.
Wheelchair accessible.
Address:
HMS BELFAST
Morgan's Lane
Tooley Street
London SE1 2JH