Explosion! The Museum of Naval Firepower

Explosion! The Museum of Naval Firepower tells the story of naval warfare from the day's gunpowder to modern missiles, the two hour tour of the museum includes a stunning multi-media film show set in the original 18th century gunpowder vault, with the latest technology and interactive touch screens that bring the presentations to life.

There's a fascinating social history too, including the story of how 2,500 women worked on the site during its peak in World War II. It describes the role that Priddy's Hard played in naval operations worldwide for over 200 years, as well as its importance to the local Gosport community, which not only armed the Navy but also fed and watered it.