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HMS Warrior – A Truly Unique Wedding Venue in Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

Celebrate your love aboard HMS Warrior, one of Britain’s most iconic and historic wedding venues, set within the stunning Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. With over 150 years of maritime history, this beautifully preserved Victorian battleship offers an unforgettable backdrop for your big day.

Walk the Warrior’s restored decks for a dramatic entrance, exchange vows surrounded by authentic 19th-century grandeur, and toast your future with sweeping views of the harbour from the Upper Deck. In the evening, dine at original mess tables and enjoy your first dance in the striking Officer’s Half Deck.

Licensed for civil ceremonies and available year-round, HMS Warrior is perfect for weddings of all sizes—from intimate gatherings to full-ship celebrations. Our experienced events team works with a trusted network of top local suppliers and will help you shape every detail, from stunning florals to bespoke catering.

We offer flexible wedding packages as well as dry hire options, giving you full creative freedom and access to our recommended suppliers list. Whatever your vision, HMS Warrior promises a wedding that’s truly one of a kind.

Frequently asked questions

Venue type:

Coastal weddings
Unusual weddings
Historic
Landmark
In the city
Unique weddings

Ceremony options:

Civil ceremony licence

Dining options:

Seated meal facilities
Private catering allowed
Alcohol licence
Buffet meal facilities

Evening entertainment:

Dance floor
Entertainment licence
Live band facilities
Evening reception facilities
DJ facilities

Venue staff assistance:

Master of ceremonies/toastmaster
Wedding coordinator

Other features:

Exclusive use
Accessible facilities
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Reviews for HMS Warrior

D
Daniel Sent on 03/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect day, everyone loved it.

Words can't describe our joy to get married on this ship. It was stunning and all our guests loved it.
Eoin
Eoin Sent on 13/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Princess is most pleased

We both work in the maritime industry and so we thought HMS Warrior was a venue "on-brand" for us. Despite being a ship of war, we were so pleased with how it looked on the day. We couldn't believe how romantic and special it was. Of all the weddings/ wedding venues our guests had been to in their lives, I am sure attending one on HMS Warrior would be hard for them to forget.

The events team at the museum were outstanding with their organisation, professionalism and communication. They made the planning process a lot less stressful.
Laura
Laura Sent on 07/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Magical place to get married

Highly recommend; fantastic atmosphere and superbly managed by the Events Management Team to make our special day perfect.
J
Julie Sent on 07/03/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Events Team - Laura

We were very much struck with the professionalism of the Events team, in particular Laura who managed the day for us. She was extremely responsive, helpful, supportive and ensured that we had the most wonderful wedding day, including ensuring the Captain’s Cabin was warm enough for us. She struck the right balance of support on the day to reassure us our day would run smoothly. A perfect wedding day for us.
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Sunnypinkhair87093 Sent on 22/09/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect day

The staff were brilliant before, during and after the wedding. They were very helpful and accommodating when we had to postpone last year- they provide so much that they are great value for money. The day was perfect and just what we wanted!
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