Climb aboard for your Birthday!

A young girl "steers" HMS Belfast, moving the ship's wheel.

Throw a birthday party to remember aboard HMS Belfast! Enjoy an unforgettable adventure for your child and their friends aboard a historic warship in the heart of London.

Perfect for children aged five to ten, this unforgettable experience is available for groups of up to 20 partygoers for just £25 per person.

Join your guide, Captain Cannon, for a top-secret mission to find the animals that have mysteriously vanished across the ship as you climb ladders, peek into cabins, and sit in the captain's chair, while decoding Morse code clues, dodging tricksters, and discovering the history of this incredible warship.

Race to be the first to report back to your commanding officer before taking a seat in the mess desk to enjoy a birthday lunch fit for a sailor!

 

What's Included

  • a white soft toy mouse at the end of a hammock in HMS Belfast.

    Find the Animals!

    You and your friends are needed for a top-secret mission aboard HMS Belfast!
    Animals have gone missing across the ship, from mischievous mice to clever cats, and it’s up to you to find them!

    Keep your eyes peeled as you and your friends set off to explore all nine decks of this incredible warship, uncovering hidden clues, and racing to discover the ship’s secrets.

  • Birthday lunches served in Spitfire boxes in HMS Belfast's galley

    Birthday Lunch

    After completing the trail, take a well-earned break in your private mess deck and enjoy a freshly made sailor's lunch for you and your guests!

    Lunches include your choice of sandwich with crisps, fruit, drinks and a sweet treat. Adults will also get vouchers for teas and coffees at the HMS Belfast cafe.

    You are welcome to bring along a single-layer cake, which we can store in our fridge; however, due to the nature of the ship, candles and open flames are not permitted on board.

  • A group of children stand in front of HMS Belfast's turret, pointing at the camera.

    Explore the Ship!

    Once your party wraps up, the adventure doesn’t have to end!
    You and your guests are free to explore HMS Belfast, a real warship that was once home to over 950 crew members.

    Climb ladders, duck through hatches, and discover the secrets of this incredible floating city!

How to Book

Birthday parties on board HMS Belfast include two hours of fun with a Find the Animals activity trail and a Birthday lunch included. Following your Birthday lunch, your guests can create their own souvenir badge, while the birthday child is gifted their HMS Belfast present. After your party finishes, you and your guests will be free to explore HMS Belfast and discover the history of this incredible floating city. 

Birthday party packages are designed for children aged five to ten, but we welcome children up to 16 years old. Birthday party packages come at a flat fee of £500 for up to 20 guests maximum (including two to three adults). 

 

  • Book online

    Birthday parties are available to book on Saturdays and Sundays throughout the year.
    Just click the link below to reserve your date and pay the booking fee.

    To help us prepare everything for your special day, please make sure to book at least 21 days in advance.

  • Party Builder

    We’ll send you a party-builder form where you can let us know your guests’ meal choices and any special requirements.
    To help us get everything ready in time, please return the form at least 20 days before the party date.

  • Additional adults

    We can welcome up to 2 or 3 adults as part of your group booking (maximum 20 people in total).
    If you'd like to bring more adults, you can add them during booking for £20 each.

    Please note:
    If extra adults are not booked in advance, they will need to buy a standard general admission ticket upon arrival and won’t be included in the party catering.

    To keep things safe and fun for everyone, we’re only able to accommodate a maximum of 18 children per group.

This experience takes place across several decks and includes climbing ladders and going through hatches.
Because of this, it’s not fully accessible to everyone. If anyone in your group does have accessibility needs, let us know in advance via the party builder form, and we can make adaptations to make sure everyone can enjoy the experience safely and comfortably.

If you have any questions, please get in touch with us at [email protected].