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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
2008 - Opening 4 Feb 2008 - 31 Dec 2008
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Bank Holiday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
Tickets Information
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff* |
|---|---|
| Family 2 + 2 | from £28.00 |
| Adult | £10.00 per ticket |
| Seniors | £9.00 per ticket |
| Child 5-16 | £7.00 per ticket |
| Children under 5 | free |
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
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 Visually Impaired Visitors
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Ramp/Level Access
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
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
- Sterling Travellers Cheques accepted
- Visa accepted
Establishment Features
- Audio Commentary in Foreign Languages
- Toilets
Specialist Features
- Family Fun
- Marketed towards families
Audio Commentary in Foreign Languages
- French audio guide
- German audio guide
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Guided Tours Available for Groups
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