Are you a trader, caterer, exhibitor, living history group or entertainer? We’d like to include you in one of our many events.
From large outdoor festivals like TANKFEST, to the Dorset Christmas event, we’ve got a varied programme all through the year for traders, exhibitors, living history groups, caterers and entertainers to get involved with.
After a turbulent few years, we are proud to announce the return of On Track, the Museum’s wellbeing event, as well as new additions to the calendar, including the Tracks and Wheels cycling event.
We anticipate 2025’s events to be bigger and better than ever. You can find all the forms, and how to apply for each event, below.
SPONSORSHIP
We can’t run our exciting events programme without help from generous companies, both local and international. Our event sponsors have included Arts University Bournemouth, World of Tanks, and Key Publishing. If you’re interested in sponsoring one of our events, please get it in touch with events@tankmuseum.org
Please note, you are not confirmed for an event unless you have heard directly from the Tank Museum Events Team or the external companies listed above where appropriate. All applicants who have submitted an online form to The Tank Museum will receive an automated response from Wufoo to confirm receipt of the application however this does not confirm participation.
Available Events
2025 Events
South West Model Show Spring (Saturday 8th & Sunday 9th February 2025)
Tiger Day Spring (Saturday 26th April 2025)
Tracks and Wheels (Monday 5th May 2025)
TANKFEST 2025 (Friday 27th June – Sunday 29th June 2025)
South West Model Show Autumn (Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th September 2025)
Tiger Day Autumn (Saturday 20th September 2025)
On Track (Thursday 2nd October 2025)
A Dorset Christmas (Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th November 2025): Applications are managed externally, form coming soon
How to Apply
Before applying take a look through the pricing structures, terms and conditions and sensitive artefacts documentation linked below. You will be asked to confirm agreement of these at the end of your application.
Ensure you have the key items for your particular form (listed below) on file ready for upload on application. You are not able to save and return to your form at a later date, you must complete it in one sitting.
Traders Application
- Copy of Public Liability Insurance up to £5 million
- Copy of Risk Assessment (a template can be downloaded HERE)
- A basic drawing of your pitch layout
Exhibitor Application
- Copy of Public Liability Insurance up to £5 million (only required if providing a live demonstration or workshop)
- Copy of Risk Assessment (a template can be downloaded HERE)
- A basic drawing of your pitch layout
Catering Application
- Copy of Public Liability Insurance up to £5 million
- Copy of Risk Assessment (a template can be downloaded HERE)
- Copy of your Hygiene Certification
- Photograph of your stall
- A basic drawing of your pitch layout
Entertainment Application
- Copy of Public Liability Insurance up to £5 million
- Copy of Risk Assessment (a template can be downloaded HERE)
- A basic technical specification and/or floor/stage plan
Living History Application
- Copy of Public Liability Insurance up to £5 million
- Copy of Risk Assessment (a template can be downloaded HERE)
- A basic technical specification and/or floor/stage plan
Wait to hear from the events team as to whether or not your application has been successful. The processing dates are listed at the top of this page.
Already applied and concerned your application has been lost?
If at any point you are doubtful that your application has been received, please check your inbox (and junk/spam folder) for an automated email direct from Wufoo. This will confirm receipt on our behalf. If you are still unsure, please contact the Events Team on events@tankmuseum.org.
Please note you are not confirmed for an event unless you have heard directly from the Tank Museum Events Team.
You will receive an automated response from Wufoo to confirm receipt of you application however this does NOT confirm participation.
