The Naval Base at Plymouth, together with its associated Royal Dockyard, currently operated by Babcock, is the largest in Western Europe, extending over 3.5 miles of waterfront on the Eastern bank of the River Tamar.
The facilities are among the most modern in the world and the Naval Base is equipped to provide every form of support to surface ships and submarines.
Tours of Her Majesty's Naval Base Devonport are currently operated as a joint venture between the Royal Navy and Babcock. There will be two tours a day commencing at 1000 and 1300 operating from Monday to Thursday. It is recommended that you arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the tour start time. Once your tour is confirmed, details of the location of the Reception Centre will be forwarded to you. This is the embarkation point for the tour of your choice.
A choice of tours is offered however, due to operational constraints, your choice cannot be guaranteed. Tours available include a Ship visit & Naval Base windscreen tour, Submarine visit and Naval Base windscreen tour or for organized groups only an Historic Naval Base Heritage tour complete with Plymouth Naval Base Museum visit. For more details and tour availability call 01752 552326.
Prior to submitting a request to book a tour, the following terms and conditions are to be met in full. 1. It is strongly recommended that photo id is brought with all personnel to assist with the booking process. 2. No substitutes will be accepted on the tour, only those who have received confirmation. 3. No cameras/camera phones will be permitted inside the Naval Base. 4. No bags will be permitted inside the Naval Base. 5. All mobile phones will have to be turned off whilst inside the Naval Base. 6. Visitor access is restricted to the Naval Base. Due to physical restraints on the access to
the Naval Base, HMS Courageous and ships as follows:
a. No mental or physical disabilities.
b. Each person must be able to climb/descend vertical ladder ways.
c. The minimum height requirement is 1.2m (4 ft).
d. No Claustrophobia.
e. No Vertigo.
f. No Advanced state of pregnancy.
g. No unaccompanied children under 16 years of age.
h. Sensible footwear and clothing must be worn.
Ring 01752 552326 to book the tour of your choice, and provide us with necessary information for security checks (a minimum of 1 working weeks notice is required).
