On 8 May, 1945, huge celebrations broke out in British villages, towns, and cities. Bonfires were lit and hoarded rations were brought out for street parties to celebrate VE Day – the end of the War in Europe….
TANKFEST Speakers 2026
Find out which guest speakers will be appearing on the Lecture Stage at TANKFEST 2026…
War Heroes’ Medals Displayed Together For First Time
Two Second World War Victoria Cross medals are on display together for the first to mark the anniversary of VE Day….
Latest on YouTube – April 2026
Check out the latest new videos about tanks and tank warfare on The Tank Museum’s YouTube channels!…
Surrender on Lűneberg Heath
The surrender of German forces on Lűneberg Heath in May 1945 marked one of the final acts of the Second World War, the unconditional surrender of German forces in northwest Europe….
King Tiger V2 Restoration Update: Part II
Latest updates and behind the scenes photos from the King Tiger V2 restoration project…
Sherman Jumbo to Star at TANKFEST 2026
The War Heritage Institute’s Sherman M4A3E2 Assault Tank – or ‘Jumbo’ – will be taking to The Tank Museum’s arena for TANKFEST 2026, 26-28 June 2026….
Sell Out Success for Tiger Day Spring
4,500 visitors flocked to The Tank Museum on Saturday 18 April 2026 for Tiger Day Spring, a Second World War-themed event centred around the world’s only running Tiger I tank….
Rare Second World War Tank to Star at TANKFEST 2026
The Weald Foundation’s ‘Black Sea’ Sturmgeschütz III Ausf. G will star in The Tank Museum’s arena for TANKFEST for the first time since 2009….
Tea-Themed Easter Activities at The Tank Museum
Explore the history of making tea in tanks, alongside spectacular live action displays and vehicle rides at The Tank Museum this Easter Holiday….
Latest on YouTube – March 2026
Check out the latest new videos about tanks and tank warfare on The Tank Museum’s YouTube channels!…
Tank Museum Awarded Family Café Standard Accreditation
The Tank Museum Restaurant and Café have been awarded the Kids in Museums Family Café Standard accreditation….
£100,000 Donation Boosts King Tiger Restoration Project
A £100,000 donation has boosted The Tank Museum’s ambitious plan to restore a unique World War Two tank to running condition….
TANKFEST 2026 WWI Guest Vehicles Announced
Find out which guest WWI vehicles will be appearing at TANKFEST 2026….
New Admission Pricing Reduces Financial Barriers
As an educational charity, we believe everyone should have the opportunity to be inspired by a visit to The Tank Museum….
Live Tank Displays This Easter Holiday!
Experience something different over this Easter school holidays, with explosive live displays and tracked vehicle rides at The Tank Museum….
Tiger’s Defeat Finally Put In Context
The first detailed account of the battle in which the world’s most famous tank, Tiger 131, was captured has finally been told….
Fraser flamethrower collection
Take a look at a recent donation – a collection of reports, technical drawings, photographs and even a sectioned Churchill Crocodile flame projector……
Your Name in Our New Guide to Daimler Ferret
The latest book in its ‘guide to’ series, The Tank Museum Guide to Daimler Ferret….
Dorset Brewery Supports Charities by Pulling Pints
Award-winning brewery, Hall & Woodhouse, donates nearly £30,000 to The Tank Museum through 2025 events….
