Explore the museum with a dedicated trail, discover the role forests played in tank warfare, and enjoy a range of hands-on craft activities inspired by the natural world. There will also be vehicle rides, live displays, 300 tanks, children’s activities, an opportunity to meet Stick Man (24 May) and join Sophie’s Ceramics for a pottery...
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Cold War Week at The Tank Museum
Take a guided tour inside the Chieftain tank and find out what life was like for the crews that served in them – from how to load the gun, how to make tea, and where to go to the toilet! Plus, hear from experts and handle Cold War equipment, including everyday personal kit such as...
Kids in Charge at The Tank Museum
Try out the same jobs that the real Tank Museum staff do from helping design exhibitions and caring for the Archive & Objects collection, to preparing for huge events, creating content, or even fixing mini ‘tanks’. On Monday, there will also be tracked vehicle rides (10:30am-1pm and 2-4:15pm) and Winning Moves will be on site...
BSL Sign Language Tour at The Tank Museum
Sign Language tours of the Tank Story exhibition, featuring the 32 most important tanks in the history of armoured warfare, from Little Willie, the first working prototype, to the current Main Battle Tank, Challenger 2. Booking essential as spaces limited to 20; included in standard admission.
Tankfest at The Tank Museum
Featuring arena action, with explosive displays of unique historic and modern armour running throughout the weekend. See the stars of the Museum’s collection running alongside guest tanks and vehicles from the British Army, as well as lectures from tank experts, explore Living History encampments, and see the world’s best collection of tanks.
A Dorset Christmas at The Tank Museum
A Christmassy day out for all ages with local crafters selling gifts, as well as watching live entertainment, and an opportunity to see Santa arrive in a tank and explore a Christmas trail.
Tiger Day at The Tank Museum
An opportunity to see the Tiger 131 in action ,as well as a WWII tank display and explore the Museum on a day dedicated to the world’s most infamous tank.
Tanks in Action Crew Day at The Tank Museum
An opportunity to work in The Tank Museum Workshop and ride in a tank during a display. The perfect experience for a tank and engineering nut!
Tanks in Action Crew Day at The Tank Museum
An opportunity to work in The Tank Museum Workshop and ride in a tank during a display. The perfect experience for a tank and engineering nut!
Behind the Scenes Tour at The Tank Museum
Access all areas of The Tank Museum in our behind the scenes tour. See the Workshop, Archive and get inside a Mark IV tank. There will be four tours throughout the day, breakfast and lunch provided along with a complimentary Souvenir Guidebook and annual pass.
Behind the Scenes Tour at The Tank Museum
Access all areas of The Tank Museum in our behind the scenes tour. See the Workshop, Archive and get inside a Mark IV tank. There will be four tours throughout the day, breakfast and lunch provided along with a complimentary Souvenir Guidebook and annual pass.
Quiet Morning at The Tank Museum
Quiet morning for anyone who would appreciate a calmer visit. All sounds and interactives will be turned off to reduce sensory input.
Quiet Morning at The Tank Museum
Quiet morning for anyone who would appreciate a calmer visit. All sounds and interactives will be turned off to reduce sensory input.
October Half-term: Women in Warfare at the Tank Museum
Celebrating Women in Warfare with family activities exploring all the roles women have taken in war from WWI to the modern day, as well as soft play and play area.
October Half-term: Women in Warfare at the Tank Museum
Celebrating Women in Warfare with family activities exploring all the roles women have taken in war from WWI to the modern day, as well as soft play and play area.
October Half-term: Women in Warfare at the Tank Museum
Celebrating Women in Warfare with family activities exploring all the roles women have taken in war from WWI to the modern day, as well as soft play and play area.
October Half-term: Women in Warfare at the Tank Museum
Celebrating Women in Warfare with family activities exploring all the roles women have taken in war from WWI to the modern day, as well as soft play and play area.
October Half-term: Women in Warfare at the Tank Museum
Celebrating Women in Warfare with family activities exploring all the roles women have taken in war from WWI to the modern day, as well as soft play and play area.
October Half-term: Women in Warfare at the Tank Museum
Celebrating Women in Warfare with family activities exploring all the roles women have taken in war from WWI to the modern day, as well as soft play and play area.
October Half-term: Women in Warfare at the Tank Museum
Celebrating Women in Warfare with family activities exploring all the roles women have taken in war from WWI to the modern day, as well as soft play and play area.
October Half-term: Women in Warfare at the Tank Museum
Celebrating Women in Warfare with family activities exploring all the roles women have taken in war from WWI to the modern day, as well as soft play and play area.