The Rifles Berkshire and Wiltshire Museum

The Rifles Berkshire and Wiltshire Museum The Rifles Berkshire & Wiltshire Museum showcases the history of Berkshire & Wiltshire's county regiments.

The Rifles Berkshire and Wiltshire Museum showcases the history of the County Regiments of Berkshire and Wiltshire and their more recent successors.

Last Chance to Book – Free talk with Victoria Coombes!There are still a few places available for our FREE talk with auth...
30/05/2026

Last Chance to Book – Free talk with Victoria Coombes!

There are still a few places available for our FREE talk with author Victoria Coombes here at The Wardrobe on Wednesday 3rd June.

Join Victoria as she discusses her fascinating new book, 'Wife Of', which explores life as a newly married Army wife in the 1960s, accompanying her husband during his service with the British Army of the Rhine (BAOR). Through personal memories and historical reflection, Victoria offers a vivid insight into a world shaped by military life, post-war Germany, family commitments, and the social expectations of the era.

Whether you have an interest in military history, social history, or simply enjoy hearing first-hand accounts of lives lived in changing times, this promises to be a fascinating morning.

📅 Wednesday 3rd June 2026
🕥 10:30am
📍 The Wardrobe, Salisbury
🎟️ Free admission – but booking is required!

Reserve your place today using the link below:
https://www.thewardrobe.org.uk/whats-on/book-launch-event-wife-victoria-coombes

☀️ Too hot for the garden? Take cover from the heat at The Wardrobe this half term! 🥵Explore our brand-new kids trails, ...
25/05/2026

☀️ Too hot for the garden?

Take cover from the heat at The Wardrobe this half term! 🥵

Explore our brand-new kids trails, discover the stories of the Berkshire & Wiltshire regiments, and enjoy a great day out in the cool indoors.

🕙 Open 10am–5pm
🎟 Last entry 4:15pm
🧭 Kids can enjoy “Bobbie’s Discovery Trail” around the museum!
💷Entry by donation!

Whether you’re local, visiting Salisbury, or looking for something different to do with the family this half term, come and uncover the history, courage and character of our local regiments.

On this day in 1959, the Royal Berkshire Regiment held their final parade of the Colours at Brock Barracks in Reading be...
20/05/2026

On this day in 1959, the Royal Berkshire Regiment held their final parade of the Colours at Brock Barracks in Reading before the amalgamation with the Wiltshire Regiment, after which it became the Duke of Edinburgh's Royal Regiment (Berkshire and Wiltshire).

There are only a few weeks left until our next talk at The Wardrobe!This next talk will be hosted by Victoria Coombes, a...
19/05/2026

There are only a few weeks left until our next talk at The Wardrobe!

This next talk will be hosted by Victoria Coombes, author of the touching new memoir, 'Wife Of'. Her memoir provides a fascinating and unique insight into the life of a military spouse in the British Army of the Rhine during the 1960s. She'll be telling stories and discussing the inspiration behind her new book.

This is a completely free talk but please sign up using the link on our website:
https://www.thewardrobe.org.uk/whats-on/book-launch-event-wife-victoria-coombes

Thank you to all who joined us on Saturday to celebrate the official re-opening of the museum! We hope that those of you...
18/05/2026

Thank you to all who joined us on Saturday to celebrate the official re-opening of the museum! We hope that those of you who joined us enjoyed the day as much as we did. We would also like to thank the Pugh brothers, Jonathan and Edward, for cutting the ribbon and unveiling the plaque to officially re-launch the museum.

Please note that we will be closed to the public today (Monday 18th May), as we recover from the weekend!

Please note that the museum will be closed to the public this Saturday, 16th May, as we host our Grand Re-Opening Ceremo...
13/05/2026

Please note that the museum will be closed to the public this Saturday, 16th May, as we host our Grand Re-Opening Ceremony.

This is a private event for invited guests and those who have registered in advance via our website. Unfortunately, we will be unable to admit visitors who have not applied or received an invitation.

If you are unsure whether your application has been received or your name is on the guest list, please contact [email protected].

Quantum Theatre are back at The Wardrobe!They'll be bringing their much-loved adaptation of The Tales of Peter Rabbit an...
12/05/2026

Quantum Theatre are back at The Wardrobe!

They'll be bringing their much-loved adaptation of The Tales of Peter Rabbit and Benjamin Bunny to Salisbury at 3pm on the 11th August.

Peter and his naughty cousin Benjamin know very well that they are not to go into Mr McGregor’s garden, but they cannot resist and soon they find themselves in all sorts of scrapes, caught In a net, trapped by a snarling cat and face to face with Mr McGregor himself! How will they ever escape? Can Old Mr Bunny come to the rescue in time? And whatever will Mr McGregor make of all those footprints in the flower beds?

Michael Whitmore’s charming adaptation will have you spellbound so why not grab the kids, a blanket and a picnic and join Peter and Benjamin on their hair-raising adventures - a magical afternoon of fun for all the family.

Visit the Quantum website to grab your tickets: https://www.quantumtheatre.co.uk/event-details/the-wardrobe-peter-rabbit

There are only a few short weeks before our next Folk at The Wardrobe event!Bring your family and a picnic down to The W...
11/05/2026

There are only a few short weeks before our next Folk at The Wardrobe event!

Bring your family and a picnic down to The Wardrobe on Saturday 6th June for a day of live music, arts & crafts, artisan stalls, folk workshops and much more...

We've got a fantastic line-up of folk musicians for you, including:
Katie Grace Harris
Antoine & Owena
Ukulele Vagabond - Music and Tutorials band
Portland Coves
Maerefolk
The Sepia Tone Folk Collective
Sian & Rob Colquhoun
With a ceilidh from Helen Gentile & Lewis Wood!

Sound good? Grab your tickets from our website via the link below:
https://www.thewardrobe.org.uk/whats-on/folk-wardrobe-2026

We're absolutely delighted to announce that the next talk here at The Wardrobe will be held at 10:30am on Wednesday 3rd ...
09/05/2026

We're absolutely delighted to announce that the next talk here at The Wardrobe will be held at 10:30am on Wednesday 3rd June!

This next talk will be hosted by Victoria Coombes, author of the touching new memoir, 'Wife Of'. Victoria's memoir provides a fascinating and unique insight into the life of a military spouse in the British Army of the Rhine during the 1960s. She'll be telling stories and discussing the inspiration behind her new book.

This is a completely free talk but please sign up using the link on our website:
https://www.thewardrobe.org.uk/whats-on/book-launch-event-wife-victoria-coombes

Address

The Wardrobe, 58 The Close
Salisbury
SP12EX

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm

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+441722419419

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