The 16th of December 2010 marks another historic day for BAE Systems Submarine Solutions. The launch of the second Astute class submarine, Ambush.

This is a culmination of over a century of world class engineering and manufacturing in Barrow.

You now have the opportunity to see first hand the work of the men and women who design and build the Astute class.

Take a chance to look around and discover the inner workings of one of the most complex pieces of design and engineering on the planet.

Find out fantastic facts and uncover the living conditions of the crew by taking a virtual tour.

Expose the complex build process and watch the incredible videos of HMS Astute at sea to witness the immense capability.

Barrow shipyard has an incredible heritage and proud reputation. Come inside and see the future of attack submarines, celebrate the launch of Ambush, and discover the history of a shipbuilding town.