Southampton's Second World War Story

Name: Southampton's Second World War Story
Start: 2026-05-08T14:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-08-13T18:00:00+01:00
Location: The West Gate

Fri, 08 May, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Thu, 13 Aug, 2026 at 06:00 pm UTC+01:00

The West Gate | Southampton

Publisher/HostSee Southampton

Walk the streets of the old town to discover Southampton’s vital WWII role
About this Event

Hear about the city as a military port, learn about the wartime industry – from building warships to the story of the iconic Spitfire fighter aeroplane – while discovering the devastating effects of the Blitz. Experience what life was like for those living in Southampton – including visits to some of the medieval vaults turned air raid shelter – while hearing about the arrival of the impact of the Americans to the city.

Tickets £12.50 and must be booked in advance.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The West Gate, Westgate Street, Southampton, United Kingdom

Tickets

GBP 12.50

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