Spinnaker Tower

Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth
Hampshire
PO1 3TT
Phone: 023 9285 7520
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Soaring 170 metres above Portsmouth Harbour and the Solent, the Spinaker Tower is taller than the London Eye, Blackpool Tower and Big Ben, and has already established itself as a national icon for Britain.

A world class visitor attraction, the much-admired, elegant viewing Tower stands proud over one of the most fascinating seascapes in the world. Situated on the waterfront at Gunwharf Quays, it offers amazing 350º panoramic views of Portsmouth Harbour, the South coast and the Isle of Wight, with views stretching out for up to 23 miles – breathtaking by day and a glittering sea of lights by night.

Spinnaker Tower Facts:

• The Spinnaker Tower opened to the public on 18 October 2005.
• The Tower has been a huge success and has received over 600,000 visitors within the first year of opening.
• The high speed internal lift travels at 4 metres per second, taking you to the View Decks in just 30 seconds.
• The concrete used to build the Tower would fill five-and-a-half Olympic-sized swimming pools.
• The Tower is founded on 84 piles, the longest of which runs 50m into the ground – the equivalent of Nelson’s Column.
• The total weight of the Tower exceeds 30,000 tonnes.
• The 27m spire weighs 14 tonnes and was carefully lifted into place by crane.
• 1200 tonnes of structural steel used to form the Tower's distinctive bows is the equivalent weight of 12 blue whales.
• 115 metres up and in high winds, the Tower can flex approximately 150mm.
• There are 570 steps from the base up to View Deck 3, The Crow's Nest.

'Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games' Tournament - take part this summer to win big prizes!

PRIZE COMPETITION FROM 30TH JULY 2008 TO 26TH AUGUST 2008. 1PM-5PM DAILY. (GRAND FINAL WILL TAKE PLACE ON 27TH AUGUST 2008.)

Calling all 5-95 year olds! Have you ever fancied watching the British Grand Prix live, perhaps racing at Ascot or a season ticket to watch your team play? If so, come along and test your skill in our summer games tournament.

1st Prize - £500 for/towards a sporting event of your choice within the UK (transport not included)* courtesy of Original 106fm

Finalists - £50 High Street voucher

Semi-finalists - £10 High Street voucher

Adults and children alike can compete in simulated sports from the following disciplines; Aquatics, Athletics (Track and Field), Gymnastics and Rowing on the Nintendo Wii for FREE**. Seven different sports will be played over different days.

Every participant will be entered into a prize draw for the chance to win a Nintendo Wii. So whatever your age, level of Wii experience, you can win a great prize this summer!

Plus, if you’re in the top four of any sport on our leader board on the 26th August, you will be invited back to play in our semi-final/final on the 27th August. The winners of each event will win a prize and be taken forward to the grand final where they will then compete in a special race to find the overall tournament champion.

T&C's: Minimum age 5 years. Visitors may play on the Nintendo Wii without taking part in the tournament. Those who wish to take part in the tournament must be available to take part in the finals on 27 August 2008. Players may only win in one category of sport. Normal Spinnaker Tower admission applies.

*Prize must be taken by 31st July 2009.
**Included in Spinnaker Tower admission.

Fun for the children during the summer holidays!

24th July 2008 - 2nd September 2008

Look out for super-fit Spinny this summer, our friendly mascot has been training himself up ready for our ‘Mario & Sonic at the Olympics Games’ tournament! Make sure you come and say hi to him, and check out his sports gear! Spinny will be making daily appearances from 10am to 1pm.

Plus FREE activity sheets will be available for children, to include colouring in and word puzzles – trade in your completed sheet for a tasty treat and the chance to WIN a fantastic Spinnaker Tower goodie bag! T

The Views

Stretching for up to 23 miles in any direction, the panorama that unfolds from the top of the Spinnaker Tower is truly breathtaking. From the sandy beaches of the Witterings and Selsey Bill in the East to the countryside of the New Forest in the West, from the picturesque Isle of Wight in the South to the rolling hills of Hampshire’s South Downs in the North, the views are a sight to behold. On arrival at the Tower, hire one of our Audio Guides to add another dimension to your visit by teaching you about Portsmouth’s varied and intriguing history and helping you spot the many interesting landmarks that make the area special.

View Deck 1 – Altitude 100m (328 feet)

View Deck 2 - Altitude 105m (344 feet)

The Crow's Nest - Altitude 110m (360 feet)

Walk on Air!

Hi-Speed Internal Lift

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