BOVINGTON TANK MUSEUM, Bovington, Dorset
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- About Bovington Tank Museum
- Disabled Access
- Additional Facilities
- Opening Times
- Prices
- Directions From: Adventure Centre
- Take With You
About Bovington Tank Museum
The Bovington Tank Museum houses an incredible collection of nearly 300 military vehicles from over 26 countries. It is the world's largest collection of armoured fighting vehicles, all of which are in excellent condition having been restored and maintained to their original glory days. The collection includes unique World War I tanks such as the 1916 Mark I, the oldest tank in the world, alongside tanks which played significant roles in history such as the Sherman Crab from World War II. There are also many examples of modern fighting vehicles including captured Iraqi (but Russian made) BMPs and T-55s, as well as our own powerhouse, the British Army Challenger.Disabled Access
With the exception of some outdoor displays where staff assistance may be requested all areas of Bovington Tank Museum have wheelchair access.Disabled parking is situated near the main entrance, and there are disabled toilets within the main building.
Group rates are also available for disabled groups.
Additional Facilities
There is a restuarant with seating for 160 people and a licensed bar. They also cater for parties and corporate events by arrangement and can extend their catering facilities through the use of marquees.Additionally, there is ample car and coach parking, an outdoor play area and a grass picnic area,
There is also a shop featuring souvenirs, models and books to help you remember your day.
Opening Times
Open daily from 10.00am to 5.00pm, 7 days a week.Allow a few hours for your visit, but if tanks are your thing, then you could easily spend a whole day there.
Prices
| Saver Ticket | 2 Adults, 2 Children | £22.00 |
|---|---|---|
| Saver Ticket | 1 Adult, 3 Children | £26.00 |
| Single | Adult | £10.00 |
| Senior Citizens/Disabled | £9.00 | |
| Child (<5) | FREE | |
| Child (5 to 16) | £7.00 | |
| Groups | Details, pricing and availability on request. |
In addition, your entry ticket entitles you to free admission for return visits as many times as you like for up to a year! This offer excludes special event days.
Souvenir guides are £2.50.
How To Get There
From the Poole & Dorset Adventure Centre, turn left onto Renscombe Road and follow the road into Worth Matravers. Follow the one way system as it bears left with the village hall on your right. Go past the church, post office and tea rooms and at the bottom of the road, turn left. When you reach the end of this road turn left onto the B3069, signposted for Kingston.Follow the B3069 into Kingston and stay on it as you leave Kingston signposted for Corfe Castle. After approximately 1 mile you will reach a T-junction. Turn left onto A351 (East Street), and drive through Corfe Castle village. Stay on the A351, following signposts for Wareham, until you reach the roundabout with the A352. Turn left at this roundabout onto the A352 (Worgret Hill).
Follow the A352, following signposts for Wool. Drive through Stokeford, staying on the A352. After approximately 1.5 miles, you will come to a small roundabout. Turn right (Tout Hill), signposted for Monkey World and Bovington Camp. Take the next left into Bovington Lane.
After approximatley 1200 yards, the entrance to Bovington Tank Museum will be on your right.
Take With You
Most of the museum is under cover. However, special event days and school holiday dates often feature outside displays. This can sometimes require walking across uneven and muddy ground, especially in wetter weather. Take a good look at the weather forecast and take macs if rain is anticiapted and a solid pair of walking shoes or wellies for the kids.Photography is allowed inside the museum so take your camera.
The Tank Museum is committed to ensuring the safety of its visitors by eliminating potential hazards. As a result, they regret that no Tripods or Monopods are permitted inside the Museum without prior arrangement.
Located at:
- The Tank Museum
Bovington
Dorset, BH20 6JG - Tel. 01929 405096
- Fax. 01929 405360
- Admin@tankmuseum.co.uk
