Royal Hospital Haslar: Past & Present

Royal Haslar Hospital was the first naval hospital in the country, receiving its first patients in 1753. It closed in 2009, having cared for casualties from almost every action from the War of the Spanish Succession to the recent conflict in Afghanistan. For the last 60 years it was the district general hospital, treating NHS patients alongside those of the armed forces in its impressive Georgian-era building.

Work is underway to retain and enhance its heritage significance, heal the scars of the late 20th century, and construct new buildings to complement the old ones.

Guides from the Haslar Heritage Group will lead tours of Haslar grounds, pointing out buildings of unique architecture, telling of its rich history and illustrious medical, naval, and military background, and also explaining the future roles this special heritage site will eventually offer.

The tour starts and finishes at St Luke's Church. Please arrive 10 mins before start time at the Main Gate.

Timings

Friday 18 September:

1000 & 1400

Saturday 19 September:

1000 & 1400

Sunday 20 September:

1000 & 1400

Location & directions

Haslar Hospital site, Haslar Road, Gosport, Hampshire, PO12 2FB

Directions:

Main Gate of Haslar Hospital site (Guides will direct you to St Luke's Church)

Contact on day:

Bill Durning

Telephone number:

+447878435714

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-2026/

Booking opens:

22 Aug 2026 09:30 AM

Booking closes:

16 Sep 2026 05:00 PM

Accessibility details

The ground surface includes pathways and grass. Mainly suitable for wheelchairs and buggies but a few steps. St Luke's Church has hearing loop. Rest points along the way. Parking, including accessible, is within the main Haslar site. Please avoid parking on Haslar Road. Toilets, including accessible, are within the main Haslar site. Children are welcome but it's a long walk! Dogs on leads are welcome. Light refreshments will be available.

Additional information

Strong advice: wear walking shoes and sun protection, bring a drink, and a brolly if wet. All Visitors should be aware that this is largely a building site. Whilst much of the accommodation is complete there are many areas within the hospital where work is currently underway and where construction is soon to take place. All visitors much comply with their guides instruction for everyone’s safety.

Max number of people:

120

Estimated duration:

2 hour(s) 0 minute(s)

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