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Aldershot Military Museum

Aldershot Military Museum Part of Hampshire Cultural Trust, the museum tells the story of daily life for both soldier and civilian since 1854.

Two surviving 1890s brick-built barrack blocks, a 1930s wooden barrack block from Queen Elizabeth Barracks, Church Crookham and Field Marshal Montgomery's 'barn' that house the museums military and local history collections. There is a large collection of military vehicles displayed either in the Montgomery Gallery or in the grounds of the museum.

Temporarily closed

As Half Term draws to a close we welcome the 2nd Queens Regiment of Foot re-enactors back tiothe museum for a day of tra...
27/02/2022

As Half Term draws to a close we welcome the 2nd Queens Regiment of Foot re-enactors back tiothe museum for a day of training drill and firing. Come along and watch them getting ready for their summer season.

An article by our volunteer David remembering  the Aldershot Bombing on this day 50 years ago.
22/02/2022
50th Anniversary - The Aldershot Bombing

An article by our volunteer David remembering the Aldershot Bombing on this day 50 years ago.

At lunchtime on 22 February 1972 a massive car bomb exploded outside the Mess. It was one of the largest terrorist acts carried out by the Official IRA outside Northern Ireland. On the 50th anniversary, Aldershot remembers those killed on this day.

Commonwealth War Graves Commission tours of Aldershot Military Cemetery for International Women’s Day on 8th March. Find...
20/02/2022
What's happening near you? | CWGC

Commonwealth War Graves Commission tours of Aldershot Military Cemetery for International Women’s Day on 8th March. Find out more here:

There is a wealth of world war history across all four corners of the United Kingdom. From large CWGC war cemeteries and memorials to single headstones in remote churchyards, you're never too far away from a one of our sites.

19/02/2022

Following yesterdays storm we are please to say that we are back open today.

18/02/2022

Due to the Storm Eunice red weather warning, the Museum will be closed today to protect our staff and visitors. Stay safe everyone!

Storm Eunice is expected tomorrow so to keep our visitors safe the assault course will be closed.
17/02/2022

Storm Eunice is expected tomorrow so to keep our visitors safe the assault course will be closed.

Thanks to Church Crookham and Fleet Men's Shed for all your help yesterday! The raised beds are looking fantastic. And r...
04/02/2022

Thanks to Church Crookham and Fleet Men's Shed for all your help yesterday! The raised beds are looking fantastic. And really lucky to have missed the rain!

23/01/2022

The museum is open as usual today from 10am to 4pm. However due to the Farnborough Half Marathon, if you are planning to come to us by car please be aware that you will need to approach us from the North Camp end of Queens Avenue.

A post by Jamie about a fascinating flag in our collection.
21/01/2022
A Singular Union Flag

A post by Jamie about a fascinating flag in our collection.

Join Visitor Services Assistant, Jamie Ingram as he takes look at the story behind a union flag held at Aldershot Military Museum.

A very Merry Christmas from all of us at Aldershot Military Museum! We're now closed until 27th December.
23/12/2021

A very Merry Christmas from all of us at Aldershot Military Museum! We're now closed until 27th December.

Looking for something to do in the week before Christmas? We’ve got some Christmas crafts on 21 and 22 Dec!
08/12/2021
Victorian Christmas Crafts | Hampshire Cultural Trust

Looking for something to do in the week before Christmas? We’ve got some Christmas crafts on 21 and 22 Dec!

Victorian soldiers decorated Aldershot’s barracks with paper decorations and evergreens close to Christmas Day.

 matching propeller frames with photographs of Stanley James Hellen of the Royal Army Flying Corps and a mystery woman, ...
07/12/2021

matching propeller frames with photographs of Stanley James Hellen of the Royal Army Flying Corps and a mystery woman, possibly his wife Tessa. They married in 1920.

This Christmas why not pop into the Aldershot Military Museum and pick up a gift for the military or history enthusiast ...
05/12/2021

This Christmas why not pop into the Aldershot Military Museum and pick up a gift for the military or history enthusiast in your life. We have books for all ages, toys and hobby ranges and some unusual drinks-ware, pens and poppy jewellery. Open up till Christmas, see our page for opening times.

Dont forget the 2nd Queens Regiment of Foot will be with us all day on Sunday. Weather and drill permitting they will be...
25/11/2021

Dont forget the 2nd Queens Regiment of Foot will be with us all day on Sunday. Weather and drill permitting they will be firing in the afternoon.

All set up in Princes Garden for Aldershot Christmas Cracker! 12:00-17:45
20/11/2021

All set up in Princes Garden for Aldershot Christmas Cracker! 12:00-17:45

We are pleased to announce that the 2nd Queens Regiment of Foot will be conducting their winter drill and training with ...
14/11/2021

We are pleased to announce that the 2nd Queens Regiment of Foot will be conducting their winter drill and training with us again this year. The first drill session will take place on November 28th with further dates to be announced.

Winter drill allows them to perfect their skills both in formation and firing. Firing usually taking place early afternoon.

As we commemorate today’s national Remembrance, here is an article about some of the objects in the museum that help us ...
14/11/2021
Remembrance at Aldershot Military Museum

As we commemorate today’s national Remembrance, here is an article about some of the objects in the museum that help us remember individuals.

This Remembrance Sunday, learn about memorial plaques from World War I, with Aldershot Military Museum's Learning Facilitator, Sarah.

This medal group belonged to Sergeant James Connell of the 4th Hussars. He lived in Aldershot after a 27 year career. We...
11/11/2021

This medal group belonged to Sergeant James Connell of the 4th Hussars. He lived in Aldershot after a 27 year career. We’re sharing it today because of the poppy included in the display. We’ll be observing the 2 minute silence at 11 and hope you will join us.

Some new stock has just arrived at the museum gift shop ready for Christmas! These lovely 500 piece jigsaw puzzles or Ly...
10/11/2021

Some new stock has just arrived at the museum gift shop ready for Christmas!
These lovely 500 piece jigsaw puzzles or Lynchford Road in 1955 or a map of Aldershot in 1898.

The garden project starts on 11th November, for adults who struggle with their mental health (now/previously). We’re wor...
05/11/2021

The garden project starts on 11th November, for adults who struggle with their mental health (now/previously). We’re working with veterans & civilians to learn & be active, creating a heritage inspired garden. Contact Helen to join: [email protected] or 07904 808 113

We’re glad you’re back too!
04/11/2021

We’re glad you’re back too!

We’re excited to see what Pixie Lott discovered when she visited Aldershot Military Museum as part of Who Do You Think Y...
03/11/2021

We’re excited to see what Pixie Lott discovered when she visited Aldershot Military Museum as part of Who Do You Think You Are? Tune in on BBC1 at 9PM on Tuesday and find out what her connection to the armed forces is!

One…More…Sleep…Not the “H” word! The 2nd Queens Regiment of Foot are in! They’ll be with us all day, you can find out al...
30/10/2021

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Not the “H” word! The 2nd Queens Regiment of Foot are in! They’ll be with us all day, you can find out all about life in Wellington’s army. Weather permitting they will be doing drill and firing at 11:00 and 13:30.

29/10/2021

Help create our resilience garden! This project is for adults who struggle with their mental health (now/previously). Try an engaging activity, learn, be active & reduce stress. We’re keen to work with veterans & civilians to reflect our local heritage. Starts mid November. Contact Helen: [email protected] or 07904 808 113

27/10/2021
27/10/2021

This Sunday the 2nd Queens Regiment of Foot will be with us all day. They will be conducting drill and talking about life in Wellingtons Army. Firing demonstrations and drill will take place at 11am and 1:30pm.

Join the Friends of the Aldershot Military Museum for a free talk on the Munificent Seven who served Aldershot in the Ed...
25/10/2021

Join the Friends of the Aldershot Military Museum for a free talk on the Munificent Seven who served Aldershot in the Edwardian and Victorian period. The talk is in the Boyce Building at 14:00 on Sunday 31st October.

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Queens Avenue
Aldershot
GU11 2LG

Opening Hours

Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

01252 314598

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Housed in the only surviving brick-built barrack blocks left in Aldershot, the museum tells the story of daily life for both soldier and civilian since 1854.

The story of Aldershot Military Town and the civil towns of Aldershot, Farnborough and Cove is told using our vibrant collections within the fascinating, original buildings. Explore the site, admire the tanks and join in with the hands-on activities. Throughout the year, we also run a programme of fun, family-friendly exhibitions and events.

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As Half Term draws to a close we welcome the 2nd Queens Regiment of Foot re-enactors back tiothe museum for a day of training drill and firing. Come along and watch them getting ready for their summer season.
Model Mayhem! Tickets still available this afternoon and tomorrow on our website or at reception: https://www.hampshireculture.org.uk/event/model-mayhem
An article by our volunteer David remembering the Aldershot Bombing on this day 50 years ago.
Commonwealth War Graves Commission tours of Aldershot Military Cemetery for International Women’s Day on 8th March. Find out more here:
Following yesterdays storm we are please to say that we are back open today.
Due to the Storm Eunice red weather warning, the Museum will be closed today to protect our staff and visitors. Stay safe everyone!
Storm Eunice is expected tomorrow so to keep our visitors safe the assault course will be closed.
Morning all! The museum is open daily from 10:00-16:00 until 27th February. We also have family events on Wednesday 23rd and Thursday 24th https://www.hampshireculture.org.uk/event/model-mayhem
Did you spot us? It’s available to catch up on Channel 4!
Thanks to Church Crookham and Fleet Men's Shed for all your help yesterday! The raised beds are looking fantastic. And really lucky to have missed the rain!
Jane Austen, a war novelist in Hampshire? We’ll be watching!
The museum is open as usual today from 10am to 4pm. However due to the Farnborough Half Marathon, if you are planning to come to us by car please be aware that you will need to approach us from the North Camp end of Queens Avenue.
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