Imported
We hired Explosion for our wedding as it is special to us both. From the moment we stepped into the grand magazine it was magical! Rachel was so accomodating and helpful throughout, especia
Bethany · 2025-07-10
Royal Navy Museums: Explosion - A Historic Waterfront Wedding Venue Tucked away on the waterfront in Gosport, Hampshire, the Royal Navy Museums: Explosion offers a truly unique setting for your wedding. At its heart is the 18th-century Grand Magazine, a former gunpowder store from 1771, once used to house Royal Navy munitions during the Napoleonic Wars. With its vaulted ceilings and exposed brickw
- Venue type
- Unusual weddings
- Capacity
- 50–180 guests (180 seated)
- Ceremony licence
- Celebration only
About Royal Navy Museums: Explosion
Royal Navy Museums: Explosion - A Historic Waterfront Wedding Venue Tucked away on the waterfront in Gosport, Hampshire, the Royal Navy Museums: Explosion offers a truly unique setting for your wedding. At its heart is the 18th-century Grand Magazine, a former gunpowder store from 1771, once used to house Royal Navy munitions during the Napoleonic Wars. With its vaulted ceilings and exposed brickwork, this historic space provides a breathtaking backdrop for your special day. Located beside the scenic Camber Basin, the venue boasts stunning views of the naval dockyard and the Solent. Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, our dedicated events team will help bring your vision to life. Enjoy exclusive use of the space, with options including reception drinks by the waterfront and picturesque photo opportunities. Choose from our thoughtfully curated package or opt for dry hire for full creative freedom, using our handpicked list of trusted partners. Get in touch today to start planning your special day. Our Packages: Priddy’s Package - Ideal for larger weddings with a sit-down meal Step into an 18th-century gunpowder store transformed into an enchanting wedding venue, enjoy your cermeony followed by a sit down meal and DJ. Includes up to 70 day guests (including the couple) and up to 50 evening guests. From £10,000 Dry Hire Options - Ideal for couples wanting full creative control Dry hire: From £2,000
Facilities, accommodation and access
- Evening reception facilities
- Car parking
- Seated meal facilities
- Dance floor
- Entertainment licence
- Live band facilities
- Master of ceremonies/toastmaster
- Exclusive use
- Alcohol licence
- Buffet meal facilities
- Private catering allowed
- Wedding coordinator
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Finding us
Royal Navy Museums: Explosion, Gosport, Hampshire, PO12 4LE, England
Reviews
5.0 average from 3 reviews
Imported
Booking the venue was so straight forward and once booked you get given a wedding coordinator we had Laura who was amazing and everything was perfect. They set half the hall up for the ceremony and the other side is set up for the wedding breakfast but is shut off with beautiful wooden room…
Laura · 2026-06-16
Imported
We got married at the Explosion Museum 19/07/2025 and we had the most wonderful day. The venue itself is so unique and beautiful - our guests loved being able to look round the museum itself as well. The whole team were amazing from start to finish - so helpful, professional and kind. We have to…
Jess · 2025-07-21
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