Length of Stay and Group Sizes
The typical visit time by a group is 1 - 1½ hours to have the whole museum experience. The recommended maximum number arriving at any one time should not exceed 60 pupils. A teacher/pupil ratio of a t least 1:15 is essential.
It should be noted that when school groups are in the museum, the behaviour of the children or students is the responsibility of the teacher in charge.
When visiting ‘A Study in Sherlock’ it is advisable to split into smaller groups of 15 - 20 within the galleries to avoid overcrowding.
Booking a Group Visit
To enable us to monitor groups of more than 15 wishing to visit the exhibition, please contact Visitor Services - Group Bookings on Portsmouth (023) 9229 6905 or 9282 7261. Or email mvs@portsmouthcc.gov.uk
School Visits
The exhibition 'A Study in Sherlock' welcomes visits from schools. For more information please see the School Visits page.
A Study in Sherlock...
Recently updated exhibition featuring the extraordinary collection bequeathed to Portsmouth by Richard Lancelyn Green.
Books from the collection now available for viewing
A selection of books from the Richard Lancelyn Green collection are now available for public viewing at Portsmouth Central Library.
Educational Visits
We welcome visits from schools and colleges. More Information...