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Well known for their night time raids often undertaken in darkness, the Coastal Forces squads of the Second World War are the inspiration behind family activities this February half term at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard as visitors of all ages are encouraged to search by torchlight to hunt hidden treasures.
The Night Hunters: The Royal Navy's Coastal Forces at War is the newest major gallery at Explosion Museum of Naval Firepower and included in Portsmouth Historic Dockyard's Ultimate Explorer Ticket.
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, Hunt Under Cover of Darkness - Saturday 19th to Sunday 27th February
Search by torch for the hidden hunters at Explosion Museum's Night Hunters Gallery, the sneaky submarines at the Royal Navy Submarine Museum, or even the crafty commandoes at the HMS Gallery at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. These activities are free with a valid ticket and operate during normal museum opening hours.
Victory Gallery, Silhouettes in The Space - Saturday 19th to Sunday 27th February
The dedicated play space in the Victory Gallery helps children explore shadows, light and dark, all in a newly-revamped Victory Gallery showcasing the history of the nation's flagship from acorn to icon. Operating during normal opening hours and free with a valid ticket, this activity is great for children.
The Royal Navy Submarine Museum, Life in the Depths Play Day at Busy Boats Bay - Monday 21st February
This family play day is inspired by how stealthy submarines and deep-sea creatures hide and seek in the darkness of the ocean, and once finished, visitors can learn more still by exploring the Submarine Museum itself. Accessibly from 11am to 3pm this play day is free with a valid ticket.
Explosion Museum of Naval Firepower, Night Hunters Torchlight Raid - Friday 25th February
It's action stations at the Night Hunters exhibition, as the lights are lowered for a special raid under the cover of darkness. Use a torch to discover hidden clues, and discover the secret codeword to escape, can you do it before the time runs out? This stealthy activity is operating throughout the day and is free with a valid ticket.
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