This May Half Term explore
The Tank Museum and experience the biggest day out in history…
9 Powerful Exhibitions, 300 tanks and 100 years of armoured warfare - great for families of all ages.
Open 10am - 5pm | Free parking | Onsite restaurant | Average visit length 4 hours
Tanks in Action Displays – Every Weekday
See Tanks roll into action at 1pm every weekday, starting on Bank Holiday Monday 25 May. A few lucky visitors will be picked from the Museum to take part in the display, please find a Team Member in the Orientation Area outside of the Trench Experience Exhibition if you would like to take part! Expect a mock battle, lifelike explosions and expert commentary. The theme for May Half Term is the Second World War, featuring the Sherman M4A2E8 'Fury'. Vehicle Rides – Every Day
Experience for yourself the thrill of riding in an M548 tracked vehicle. This working example of military hardware seats 16 at a time – so the whole family can jump on together. Available every day during the holidays, from 13:30 to 16:30, a £4 per person charge applies, or £13.50 for a 4 person family. Visitors must be over 1.25m tall to ride in the Tracked Vehicle. Tonnes of Fun for Families!
Take part in a range of family activities and crafts, including Paint a Tank. Kids can also let off steam in our outdoor play area and in our soft play area, adjacent to our Café. Plus free family trails to keep them absorbed with teasers and puzzles! Dorset's Number 1 Indoor Attraction!
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Nine Powerful Exhibitions
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Tank Museum’s Live Displays
For your visit
Online Prices
Including a FREE Annual Pass
Book online for a reduced rate
Day Ticket
Adult
£13
Children (5-16)
£8.50
2 Adults & 2 Children
£36
1 Adult & 2 Children
£26
Children (Under 5)
Free!
Serving Military
Free!
RAC Veteran
Free!
Disabled Visitors
Free carer
Standard Price
Including a FREE Annual Pass
Day Ticket
Adult
£15
Children (5-16)
£9
2 Adults & 2 Children
£41
1 Adult & 2 Children
£28.75
Children (Under 5)
Free!
Serving Military
Free!
RAC Veteran
Free!
HM Forces Veteran
£12
Disabled Visitors
Free carer
Group Rates
For pre-booked groups of 10 or more
Day Ticket
Adult
£9.50
Children (5-16)
£6.00
