Half term D-Day fun for the whole family to enjoy. Tank displays, kids’ activities, vehicle rides, and more!
The Tank Museum brings the story of tanks and their crews to life. Experience the biggest day out in history with explosive live displays, 300 tanks, kids’ activities, and more at Dorset’s largest indoor attraction.
To commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day, take part in family-friendly crafts, talks, and tours, alongside real examples of D-Day ‘Funny’ tanks.
Key Details
- D-Day-themed activities 25 May – 2 June
- Tanks in Action displays each weekday at 1pm and vehicle rides every day
- Open daily 9.30am-5pm
- Trails, crafts, games and more
- Allow 4-5hrs for your visit
- D-Day-themed activities all week, focussed on all the deceptions that led up to the famous invasion – programme coming soon!
- There are interactive games and dressing up in all of our exhibitions to keep children entertained and engaged.
- Explore the Museum with our children’s trail – and get a free prize at the end!
- Enjoy free themed colouring and let off steam in the free indoor soft play in the Cold War Hall and the tank-shaped outdoor play area.
- See armoured vehicles in action in the arena
- Every weekday at 1pm
- Expert commentary on how armoured vehicles work together on the battle field
- Lifelike explosions
- Meet the Crew after the display
Get into the arena yourself with a vehicle ride.
- Available 25 May to 2 June
- Ride in a real tracked vehicle – a Cold War M548 troop carrier
- £4 per person or £13.50 for a family of four, pay on the day – card only
- Visitors must be over 1.25m tall
TICKET PRICES
Book online to save 10%!
Supported By:
Murco, a motor fuel group brand, supports The Tank Museum’s arena action during TANKFEST, Tiger Day, and Tanks in Action by providing fuel for the historic running vehicles. You can find out more about Murco HERE.