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The Excitement of a Wedding at Explosion! Museum of Naval Firepower

The Excitement of a Wedding at Explosion! Museum of Naval Firepower


Rory Lemmon
Rory Lemmon Updated:
8th of March 2023

Ideal for couples looking for their dream location in Hampshire, with commanding views of the Solent, and grand decoration, Explosion! Museum of Naval Firepower makes a spectacular wedding venue. The museum is located in Gosport, and is set against a stunning backdrop, which makes it a perfect, picturesque choice for any couple.

Couple married at Explosion! Museum of Naval Firepower

The Spaces

There are some truly exquisite and historic spaces available for your wedding at Explosion!. The Camber Basin offers fantastic views of the historic dockyards of Portsmouth, as well as the beautiful Hampshire coast, making it the prime location for your wedding photos.

Wedding at Explosion! Museum of Naval Firepower

When it comes to event spaces, The Grand Magazine is hard to beat. This large 18th century space has glorious Georgian wood floors and vaulted ceilings, as well as a natural divide which allows you to seamlessly transition between your ceremony and your reception. In addition to all of this, you can add your own finishing touches of decoration to the room and make it even more special!

Dancing the night away

The History

The Museum is a former Royal Armaments depot dating from the 1700s, which was used to store explosives and weaponry for over 200 years. The original Georgian-era buildings remain, and the stylish brickwork is the ideal blank canvas for you to work on when decorating for your wedding.

Table setting at Explosion! Museum of Naval Firepower

The Area

Explosion! is located in the Priddy’s Hard area of the town of Gosport, just across the harbour from Portsmouth’s waterfront and historic dockyards. The museum offers outstanding views of the dockyards, as well as the iconic Spinnaker Tower and the Solent, all of which make the photo opportunities at Explosion! unique and perfect.

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Rory Lemmon

About the author


Rory Lemmon

With a BA in Journalism from the University of Winchester, Rory is an experienced writer and researcher. Keeping on top of wedding trends and traditions, Rory ensures all the content on Guides for Brides and its sister sites are up to date and relevant for couples and businesses alike.

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