Alastair Miles

Best known as an actor, Robert Hardy CBE was also passionate about the English longbow. In our latest collections blog, we look at the work he did with the Mary Rose longbows, and the testing that proved English bowmen were tougher than we thought... maryrose.org/blog/actor-and…

'Race against time' to save Mary Rose video archive bbc.in/4f1k7cn

Volunteer's Week begins on Monday, so we're marking the occasion by joining in celebrations and sharing the story of one of our longest serving volunteers. Meet Wendy. maryrose.org/blog/volunteer…

There are lots of bugs and critters that can eat the precious objects in a museum. Find out how we keep the objects in the Mary Rose Museum safe from these pests in our latest Collection's blog. maryrose.org/blog/munch-ado…

Recovery of Henry VIII's sunken ship reveals record-breaking amount of medieval weaponry @MaryRoseMuseum guinnessworldrecords.com/news/2025/5/re…

As we commemorate 80 years since VE day this week, here are some posts by our UoP students related to WWII. First Lisa Pittman, Oliver Ballard, Jamie Edwards and Holly Scott-Wilds on the airmen memorialised in the graveyard at Tangmere, West Sussex. history.port.ac.uk/?p=2955

When the Mary Rose sank in 1545, Henry VIII was married to his sixth wife, Katherine Parr, so why was the symbol of his first wife on a wristguard on board the Mary Rose? Collections intern Zara investigates, and looks at some of the theories... maryrose.org/blog/mystery-o…

This photo was taken #OnThisDay, 10th April 1912, on board RMS Titanic as she passed through the Solent within a mile of the Mary Rose wreck site. The film was sent ashore when she stopped in France before heading out across the Atlantic on her maiden voyage...

In this month's collection's blog, we look at the story of HMS Mary Rose (1915), which shared a similar fate to its Tudor namesake during World War I when it was lost in battle... maryrose.org/blog/hms-mary-…

Raising the hull of the Mary Rose was the beginning of a 34-year long project to preserve the ship. Even though the conservation project has come to an end there is still plenty of work to ensure the Mary Rose survives for future generations.  maryrose.org/blog/monitorin…

We're looking for a Marketing Campaign Officer to join our marketing team, to help us spread the word of what we do and how you can experience it. Become part of the team - Find out more at the link below. #jobs #careers #marketing maryrose.org/about-the-trus…

The Mary Rose is available as part of the Ultimate Explorer ticket at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. But what do you get, other than an excellent Tudor warship?

Looking for somewhere to go this winter? @TheTimes has some pretty good suggestions... (Excuse our picture, that's an old one!) thetimes.com/travel/destina…

Why is this gun displayed without its carriage? In our latest collections blog, intern Zara takes us through the conservation process, and how we need to take care of even bulky objects to ensure they survive for future generations to enjoy... maryrose.org/blog/collectio…

Great to see, just as #HalfTerm begins, that we've been included in the top 10 indoor activities for children by @JoJoMamanBebe, and, as part of @PHDockyard, the top 10 outdoor activities too! Find out more - jojomamanbebe.co.uk/most-entertain…

#OnThisDay, 11th October 1982, the Mary Rose was raised from the Solent in one of the largest maritime archaeological projects the world has ever know. The event was seen by 50 million people worldwide - do you remember watching it? #WhereWereYouIn82

Today 2nd year students on our Hidden Lives module discovered the wonders of @MaryRoseMuseum. Thanks to @MaryRoseLearn for such a fun and informative session! Perfect start to a module on material culture and history 🙂

We're excited to be in the running for @BenefactGroup's Arts & Culture special draw! Over the next five days they’re giving £5,000 to 10 charities supporting the arts, and we need your nominations! Nominations open Monday, Oct 7th - show your support! orlo.uk/Nominate-Mary-…

As this has proved so popular, we've added an extra date! Saturday 2nd November - Don't miss out!