Our shops

The Royal Armouries has two retail outlets across three sites, our main store is located in the Leeds museum and a smaller version at Fort Nelson in Portsmouth. Every purchase you make from the Royal Armouries helps fund the museum, our exhibitions and the important work that we do.

Leeds shop

The larger of the two, our Leeds shop is where we fulfil the majority of our online orders; here we stock everything available on our website and much more. From replica arms and armour to children's toys, the Leeds shop offers a wide range of fantastic products relating to our collection and its history.

Range

At our Leeds store you will find a spectacular range of replica arms and armour, unique gifts, beautiful homewares and a broad selection of figurines and ornaments. There is plenty to discover and something to satisfy every taste.

Our bookshelves are stocked with books for all ages. Browse them at your leisure and uncover titles ranging from Horrible Histories and children's educational books to fascinating academic publications, including our very own Royal Armouries publications.

Our children's department and product castle will fill your young ones with excitement. Let them explore our amazing range of toys, educational resources, stationary and delicious range of confectionery!

Services

  • Delivery
    We offer home delivery on items purchased in store, which is charged at the same rate as online orders. This enables you to browse in store, make your purchase and have your chosen products delivered directly to your door. 
  • Goody bags
    If you're coming with a school or group, it may be worth consider the option of ordering our goody bag service. For a set price per head, we will put together a goody bag for each member of your party which includes a range of Royal Armouries gifts of your choosing. This option is available for advanced orders only. Contact our Bookings department at bookings@armouries.org.uk for more information.

Opening hours

  • Daily: 10am  5pm
  • Closed: 24th, 25th and 26th December

Location

The Leeds shop is located on the ground floor of the museum. For more information on the Leeds Royal Armouries museum and how to get here please click here.

Contact Us

0113 220 1809 or shopping@armouries.org.uk

Fort Nelson Shop

Range

Our Fort Nelson shop stocks a wide range of products including replica arms and armour and specialist artillery related products. We offer an educational DVD series and an extensive range of publications encompassing specialist and local literature.

You'll also find lovely locally produced products, giftware, souvenirs and a great range of children's toys, gifts and stationary.

Services

  • Delivery
    We offer home delivery on items purchased in store, which is charged at the same rate as online orders. This enables you to browse in store, make your purchase and have your chosen products delivered directly to your door. 

Café 1871

Café 1871 is a great place to relax after you have explored the fort. We serve a wide selection of delicious cakes, snacks and light meals, freshly brewed teas and barista-made coffees, plus a special children's menu.

On a fine day why not sit outside on the terrace and enjoy some of the best panoramic views of the Solent.

Free WI-FI is available throughout the café.

Opening hours

Summer Opening (April  October)
Daily: 10am  5pm

Winter Opening (November  March)
Daily: 10am  4pm 

Closed 24th, 25th and 26th December

Location

The Fort Nelson shop is located within our Visitor Centre at the entrance of the site. To find out more about Royal Armouries Museum, Fort Nelson and directions on how to get here, click here.

Contact information

01329848532 or shopping@armouries.org.uk

Please note that none of the shops at the Tower of London are operated by the Royal Armouries and you will need to contact Historic Royal Palaces for details.