The Tank Museum in Dorset has announced a special academic seminar marking 110 years since the first use of the tank in warfare….
‘A Complete Failure’: The Crusader’s First Action
The story of Operation Battleaxe and the Crusader’s first action in Spring 1941….
The Tank Museum Receives ERS Silver Award
The Tank Museum has been awarded the Silver Employer Recognition Scheme Award by the Ministry of Defence…
VC Hero to Open TANKFEST 2026
A soldier awarded the Victoria Cross is set to open TANKFEST 2026 – where he will drive the Warrior Infantry Fighting Vehicle he was driving when he was cited for heroism….
Latest on YouTube – May 2026
Check out the latest new videos about tanks and tank warfare on The Tank Museum’s YouTube channels!…
The Story of Captain Thomas Kenneth Robson
The story of Captian Thomas Kenneth Robson, a WWI war hero….
Wide Range of Companies Support TANKFEST 2026
From businesses making tanks in video games to those manufacturing military vehicles, TANKFEST has attracted a record level of sponsorship in 2026….
Former Tank Commander Launches New Book With The Tank Museum
The launch of a new book in collaboration with former tank commander, Hamish de Bretton-Gordon OBE….
King Tiger Fundraising Appeal Close to Halfway
A private £100,000 donation from William Bannister has propelled The Tank Museum’s King Tiger V2 restoration fundraiser to reach nearly half of its £1m target….
New Guide to Leopard 1 Book Released
The latest book in its ‘guide to’ series, The Tank Museum Guide to Leopard 1….
TANKFEST 2026 Star Vehicles
Discover more about the stars of the collection running at TANKFEST 2026…
Stick Man Meet and Greet
Stick Man is leaving the family tree to visit The Tank Museum, as part of a nature-themed week of activities….
Discover the Hidden Role of Forests in Tank Warfare This Half Term
This May Half Term, The Tank Museum is exploring the unexpected story of tanks and trees, with a week of family-friendly activities, 23 to 31 May 2026….
The Tank Museum Partners with Draper Tools
The Tank Museum is proud to announce a new partnership with Draper Tools….
Cold War Heritage Week at The Tank Museum
Climb inside the iconic Chieftain tank and learn about Cold War history with guided tours and hands-on object handling to mark National Cold War Heritage Week….
The Story of VE Day
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….
