The Tank Museum

THE TANK MUSEUM - THE HOMEOF THE TANK

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.

Built on the site where some of the first tanks were tested, in the village where the Royal Armoured Corps is still based, The Tank Museum is the only place where many of these rare and historic vehicles can be seen. You will come face to face with tanks that have seen action in all the mjor wars of the 20th Century.

In our bursting programme of live action days, you can witness the awesome power of tanks in action. See our website or call for more information.

Opening Times

2009 - Opening 1 Jan 2009 - 31 Dec 2009

2010 - Opening 1 Jan 2010 - 31 Dec 2010

* Closed 11th June 2009
Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day 2010.

Events

Tickets Information

Road Directions

Well signposted on all major roads from Weymouth, Dorchester, Bournemouth and Poole.

Public Transport Directions

By Rail - Wool Train Station (Weymouth to Waterloo Line).

 Facilities

• Gift Shop

Attraction Facilities

• Shop

Provider Preferences

• Indoor Attraction
• No Smoking Attraction
• Of historic, literary or architectural interest - Largest collection of tanks in Europe.
• Outdoor Attraction - Outdoor displays of moving tanks on certain days. Check website for details.

Accessibility

• Accessible to Wheelchair Users
• All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
• Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors
• Facilities for Visually Impaired Visitors
• Guide Dogs Permitted
• Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
• Ramp/Level Access
• Toilets for Disabled Visitors

Children & Infants

• Facilities for children - Children's play area

Parking & Transport

• Car parking
• Coach Parking
• On site parking
• Parking (free)

Catering

• On-Site café/restaurant - Self-service licensed restaurant; light meals, hot and cold snacks, 150 max.
• Picnic Site

Payment Methods

• American Express accepted
• Approx length of visit - 03:00
• Delta accepted
• Maestro accepted
• MasterCard accepted
• Solo accepted
• Special group rates
• Sterling Travellers Cheques accepted
• Visa accepted

Establishment Features

• Audio Commentary in Foreign Languages
• Conference facilities
• Event venue
• Open all year
• Tea / Coffee Shop
• Toilets

Specialist Features

• Family Fun
• Marketed towards families

Audio Commentary in Foreign Languages

• French audio guide
• German audio guide

Tours and Demonstrations

• Demonstrations Given - Live Action Displays during School Holidays.
• Educational Visits Accepted
• Guided Tours Available for Groups