Gosport During WWII

Sitting in the opulence of The Alverbank, looking out over the serene waters of The Solent, you may be surprised to learn what a different scene this was in 1942-44, during the build-up to, and operation of D-Day embarkations.

In 1942, Stokes Bay was chosen as an embarkation point for tanks and support vehicles destined for Normandy, all to be loaded at Hards G1 to G4. From then on, the whole of the Bay became a restricted area, as secret work went on, and detailed preparations were made...

You'll learn about these four embarkation points, from where thousands of Allied troops and tons of tanks, artillery and equipment left for France on D-Day June 5/6, 1944.

Timings & Tours

Tuesday 16 September:

1700

Location & directions

The Alverbank Hotel, Stokes Bay Road, Gosport, Hampshire, PO12 2QT

Directions:

There is a car park area at the Alverbank, but your vehicle registration MUST be given at Reception. Other carparks along Stokes Bay Road, with a short walk to the Alverbank.

Contact on day:

Andrew Griffin

Telephone number:

+447773848832

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking required

Booking conditions:

Please book online via the booking website, if you experience any difficulties with the booking system, please contact us.

Booking email:

[email protected]

Booking website:

https://www.gosportheritage.co.uk/booking-2025/

Booking opens:

23 Aug 2025 09:30 AM

Booking closes:

14 Sep 2025 05:00 PM

Accessibility details

Please arrive 10 minutes early to get seated for the start. The Alverbank will be serving drinks from the bar, and hot refreshments, should you wish to purchase.

Additional information

Gosport D-Day Fellowship, with support from Gosport Borough Council, opened a new D-Day Memorial at Stokes Bay this year, just a short walk from this venue.

Max no of people per tour:

40

Est. tour duration:

1 hour(s) 15 minute(s)

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