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Type Talks and tours
Location
In Greenwich
Date and Times Various dates | 11am - 12pm
Prices Free for Members | Booking essential

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Explore some of our sites with one of our volunteer tour guides. Hear about the treasures of the collection, meet fellow Members and learn how to get the most out of your Membership.

Meeting at 11am, we will then tour round the following site - 

Thursday 3 July 2025- National Maritime Museum (meet at the admission desk by the Stanhope entrance/ the main entrance of the museum) this tour will focus on highlights of what the Museum has to offer. 

Thursday 14 August 2025- The Queen's House (meet at the admission desk in the undercroft) this tour will cover a brief history of the Queen's House itself and focus on some very important pieces in our collection. 

Thursday 18 September 2025- National Maritime Museum (meet at the admission desk by the Stanhope entrance/ the main entrance of the museum) this tour will focus on the Traders Gallery. 

This event is recommended for Members aged 7+. Booking essential.

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Join today for a host of exclusive benefits and events, including unlimited free entry to Cutty Sark, the Royal Observatory, shows at the Peter Harrison Planetarium, and special exhibitions at the National Maritime Museum.

With Membership starting from as little as £50 what are you waiting for? Membership is your time to explore!

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