Royal Armouries has three museums across the United Kingdom and cares for one of the most important national collections of arms and armour in the world. Our collection is displayed and housed in our historical home at the White Tower in the Tower of London, at the purpose-built Royal Armouries Museum in Leeds, and at Fort Nelson near Fareham, Hampshire.
We have a long history, dating back to the Middle Ages. Our celebrated core collection originated in the nation's working arsenal, which was assembled over many centuries at the Tower of London. Since 2005, we have also managed the national collection of firearms, started in 1631 by Charles I and assembled by the British Army, now housed at the National Firearms Centre.
We have a long history, dating back to the Middle Ages. Our celebrated core collection originated in the nation's working arsenal, which was assembled over many centuries at the Tower of London. Since 2005, we have also managed the national collection of firearms, started in 1631 by Charles I and assembled by the British Army, now housed at the National Firearms Centre.
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Fort Nelson
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Fort Nelson is home to the Royal Armouries' national collection of artillery and historic cannon. Step back in time and explore a fully restored Victorian fort with its high ramparts, original fortifications, massive parade ground and underground tunnels. Explore our national museum housing over 700 pieces of artillery from across the world and spanning 600 years of history.
Royal Armouries Museum
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Plan your visit and find out more about how we are welcoming visitors back safely on our FAQs page. If we are sold out for your required time slot, we do have walk-up tickets available. However, we may ask you to wait up to 30 minutes, during which time you can still visit our shop, cafe and see the outdoor activities.
Venue hire
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We offer venue hire facilities at all three of our museums - Leeds, Tower of London and Fort Nelson. You will be taken to separate websites where you will find extensive venue information and enquiry forms. Whether for business or pleasure Fort Nelson offers a range of spaces to hire for your event.
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