The Tank Museum

Name: The Tank Museum
Telephone: +441929405096

Address

King George V Road, Wareham, BH20 6JG

Phone

+441929405096

Website

tankmuseum.org

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The Tank Museum — one of those places that always seems to have something going on. We've pulled their events together here so you can see the lot in one place.

Upcoming events at The Tank Museum

Arts & Culture

Around £5

Inside the Chieftain Tank Tour

Climb inside the iconic Chieftain tank and learn about Cold War history with guided tours and hands-on object handling.

Tue 14 Apr11:00The Tank Museum

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Festivals & EventsWorkshops & ClassesHistory & Heritage

Tiger Day Spring 2026: Premium Friday Ticket

This premium ticket grants access to expert lectures, tours inside Tiger 131 and other tanks, a workshop tour, and a meal on Friday, April 17th, 2026, plus standard Saturday admission.

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Festivals & EventsWorkshops & ClassesHistory & Heritage

Tiger Day Spring 2026: Premium Saturday Ticket

This premium ticket includes premium seating for the tank display, lectures, tours inside Tiger 131 and other tanks, a workshop tour, and a meal on Saturday, April 18th, 2026.

Sat 18 AprThe Tank Museum

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Free! (worth double-checking)

Arts & CultureHistory & Heritage

Tiger Day Spring

Dedicated to the world’s most infamous tank, Tiger 131. See only running Tiger I in action at the Home of the Tank. WW2 tank display, Living History & more.

Sat 18 AprThe Tank Museum

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Festivals & EventsHistory & Heritage

Tiger Day Spring 2026

Experience Tiger Day Spring 2026, featuring the world's only running Tiger I tank, WWII tank displays in action, expert lectures, and Living History around the site.

Sat 18 Apr08:30The Tank Museum

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Arts & Culture

Around £5

Inside the Chieftain Tank Tour

Climb inside the iconic Chieftain tank and learn about Cold War history with guided tours and hands-on object handling.

Sat 25 Apr11:00The Tank Museum

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Arts & Culture

Around £5

Inside the Chieftain Tank Tour

Climb inside the iconic Chieftain tank and learn about Cold War history with guided tours and hands-on object handling.

Sun 10 May11:00The Tank Museum

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Free! (worth double-checking)

CommunityWellness & Wellbeing

Quiet Morning

Aimed at anyone who would appreciate a calmer visit to the museum. All sounds, and interactives will be turned off to reduce sensory input.

Sat 16 MayThe Tank Museum

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Arts & CultureCommunity

Quiet Morning

A calmer visit to The Tank Museum where sounds and interactives are turned off to reduce sensory input, primarily for visitors with sensory needs or those who prefer a relaxed experience.

Sat 16 May09:30The Tank Museum

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Arts & Culture

Around £5

Inside the Chieftain Tank Tour

Climb inside the iconic Chieftain tank and learn about Cold War history with guided tours and hands-on object handling.

Wed 20 May11:00The Tank Museum

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Community

May Half Term

The full scoop on May Half Term lives over on The Tank Museum's site. We're just the friendly messenger.

Sat 23 MayThe Tank Museum

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Free! (worth double-checking)

Children & FamilyHistory & Heritage

Meet Stick Man

Meet Stick Man this May half term at The Tank Museum!

Sun 24 MayThe Tank Museum

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Arts & Culture

Around £5

Inside the Chieftain Tank Tour

Climb inside the iconic Chieftain tank and learn about Cold War history with guided tours and hands-on object handling.

Sun 7 Jun11:00The Tank Museum

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Arts & Culture

Around £5

Inside the Chieftain Tank Tour

Climb inside the iconic Chieftain tank and learn about Cold War history with guided tours and hands-on object handling.

Mon 15 Jun11:00The Tank Museum

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Community

Tankfest 2026

Another belter from The Tank Museum. Tankfest 2026 — pop over to their site for the full lowdown.

Fri 26 JunThe Tank Museum

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Festivals & EventsHistory & Heritage

Tankfest 2026

Join us for the world's biggest and best live display of historic armour, living history, and much more at the Home of the Tank.

Sun 28 Jun08:30The Tank Museum

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Community

Summer Holidays

Spotted Summer Holidays on The Tank Museum's listings. We do the finding, they do the hosting. Team effort, really.

Sat 18 JulThe Tank Museum

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Arts & CultureMarkets & Fairs

South West Model Show

Traders, exhibitors and modelling demonstrations alongside the real thing. Models of all kinds will be available to see, make and purchase.

Sat 12 SeptThe Tank Museum

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