by Ann | Dec 4, 2019 | News
As you may know, the Co-op has a scheme which enables Co-op card holders to support local charities. Last year, the Diving Museum was lucky enough to be chosen as one of the nominated charities. For those customers who chose to support us, a percentage of the value of...
by Ann | Nov 12, 2019 | News
For the first time, Clearance Divers have taken part in the Remembrance Day ceremony at the Cenotaph in London. It was an historic event in recognition of the extraordinary work of the Royal Navy’s Clearance Diving Branch all of whom deserve our respect and...
by Ann | Oct 23, 2019 | News
Yes we did it! Another murder mystery triumph! A packed house every night and fun and laughter by the bucket-load. A love triangle, undercover super sleuths, (d)rug smuggling and truly criminal acting (thank heavens it wasn’t a musical!). Our MAD (Museum Amateur...
by Ann | Sep 19, 2019 | News
13-22 September are Heritage Open Days in Gosport and Winchester. Mannequin Man came to visit us both in the museum and in the Great Hall in Winchester where we had a stand for two days. Masquerading as William Walker, the Winchester Cathedral Diver, he had a steady...
by Ann | Jul 2, 2019 | Exhibit of the Month, News
Cox’s Bolt Gun.This formidable piece of salvage gear could shoot a bolt clean through sheet steel one inch thick using an explosive charge! The gun itself weighs 16 kg (36 pounds) and was usually lowered to the diver on a rope or chain.Before it was invented...
by Ann | May 29, 2019 | Exhibit of the Month, News
Edinburgh’s Gold.In 1942 HMS Edinburgh was returning to the UK from Russia laden with gold bullion – payment to the Allies for supplies during World War 2. The convoy in which she was travelling was attacked. HMS Edinburgh was damaged and eventually scuttled....
