The Tank Museum
The Tank Museum
Bovington
Dorset
BH20 6JG
England
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01929 405096
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The Tank Museum in Dorset holds the world’s best collection of tanks.
From the first tank ever built to the modern Challenger II, the Museum houses examples from all over the world. Our definitive collection comprises over 250 vehicles dating back to 1909.
In our bursting programme of live action displays, you can witness the awesome power of tanks in action. See our website or call for more information.
The entire collection of this museum is a Designated Collection of national importance.
Venue Type:
Museum
Additional info
Guided tours for groups need to be pre-booked.
Library access by appointment only.
Booking information for Conference facilities can be found on website.
Programme of special events and lectures can be found on website.
The Tank Museum
Bovington
Dorset
BH20 6JG
England
Website
General
Media & PR enquiries
Telephone
General & Customer Enquiries
01929 405096
PR & Marketing
01929 405096 ext 234
Fax
General
01929 405360
The entire collection of the Tank Museum is a Designated Collection of national importance.
This museum houses the world’s finest and most historically significant collection of tanks and Armoured Fighting Vehicles, and charts the history and development of one of the 20th century’s most important weapons. There are around 150 vehicle exhibits which cover an unparalleled historical and geographical span.
The collection is particularly strong on the origins of the tank and its use in the First World War. There is a large landscape exhibition about the first tank attack in 1916 which illustrates both British and German trenches. British vehicles are supported by vehicles captured from enemies and donated by allies the world over since the birth of armoured warfare.
More recent exhibits cover several theatres of the Second World War, Korea and the Gulf War, as well as illustrating types from at least 25 different nations. Supporting collections include uniforms, medals, artwork, weapons along with thousands of documents and photographs relating to the history of armoured warfare. Visitors are provided with a free audio tour in a choice of three languages.
Collection details
Weapons and War, Social History, Science and Technology, Photography, Personalities, Land Transport, Fine Art, Costume and Textiles, Coins and Medals, Archives, Archaeology
Key artists and exhibits
- Tiger Tank
- Sherman Tank
- Challenger Tank
- Little Willie
- Panzer
- Designated Collection
Collections services
- General guide to collections available
- Object identification and/or written enquiry service
- Public access available to collections information
- Specialist publications on collections available
- Object study facilities available (enquire in advance)
The Tank Museum
Bovington
Dorset
BH20 6JG
England
Website
General
Media & PR enquiries
Telephone
General & Customer Enquiries
01929 405096
PR & Marketing
01929 405096 ext 234
Fax
General
01929 405360
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