Climb aboard the mighty sr.n4
Step aboard the sole-surviving Dover Calais passenger ferry that took 60 cars and 427 passengers across the channel every day for over 30 years.
Fun for all the family!
Whether visiting as a family, an enthusiast or just plain curious, we offer something for everyone! Overlooking the seafront at Lee-on-the-Solent, and based on the old Daedalus naval base, we are the only Hovercraft Museum in the world. One of Hampshire’s unique attractions it’s a collection of international significance and is entirely volunteer-run.
Not just a tour
The Hovercraft Museum is an interactive place where everybody can participate in a wide variety of activities and even get hands-on with the displays. There is something here for everyone, from climbing aboard the huge cross-channel hovercraft to playing air hockey or getting a photo with James Bond’s Hovercraft.
Plan your visit
We’ve provided you the key information below on what to expect when you come to see us. If you’d like more information regarding things like Accessibility, Groups, Travel Tips, Hire, and more, then click through to our Plan Your Visit page.
Opening times
Monday-Friday ……… CLOSED
Saturday ……… Closed for Winter
Sunday ……… Closed for Winter
Please note museum opening times change seasonally and we close earlier in the winter.
How much?
Adult ……… £8
Child (5-17) ……… £5
Infant (4 and under) ……… FREE
Concession ……… £7
Family ……… £22
Concessions include: OAP, Students, Disabled (carer goes free), Military & Veterans, Emergency Services.
Getting here
The Hovercraft Museum,
Marine Parade West,
Lee-on-the-Solent, Hampshire
Use the postcode for Drake Road:
PO13 9NS
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There is parking available along the seafront and on surrounding roads.
What people say
The exhibits are fabulous enough but the volunteer guides really bring them to life and make the experience unforgettable.
Rob Hoole
Support us or get involved
There are many fantastic ways that you could help support the Museum, get involved with event, or simply donate to help keep our heritage alive! We can’t thank everyone enough for their support!
The National Lottery Heritage Fund
The Hovercraft Museum’s resilience programme of condition surveys and master planning is made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks to National Lottery players, we have been able to commission a series of specialists to undertake condition surveys, an assessment of our collection and develop a masterplan that delivers the foundations for future development, improves public engagement and collections care.
