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Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Adult | £14.00 per ticket |
| Child 5-16 years | £9.00 per ticket |
| Child under 5 years old | Free |
| Group - Adults (more than 12 people) | £12.00 per ticket |
| Group - Children (more than 12 people) | £5.50 per ticket |
| Saver (1 Adult & 3 Children) | £35.00 per ticket |
| Saver (2 Adults & 2 Children) | £39.00 per ticket |
Book online for a reduced rate. Please see www.tankmuseum.org for more details.
TripAdvisor
Certificate of Excellence 2018
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:
- Excellent3012
- Very Good599
- Average87
- Poor12
- Terrible15
Recent Reviews:
- DHSSCalgary, AlbertaTrip Type:CouplesA must see if you are into military history!
Sunday, 23rd September 2018My wife and i visited the Tank Museum in early September 2018. We took the train from London (2hours) and it was totally worth it. The museum is very well laid out and has tanks from every era of... Read full review - davidheyshamSlinfold, United KingdomSuperb MuseumSunday, 23rd September 2018Diverting on a 200mile journey home was an excellent choice as the vast, well staffed museum with a good cafe and restaurant is a must for anyone interested in the History of Tanks. My wife... Read full review
- B FManchester, United KingdomThanks for tons of tanksSaturday, 22nd September 2018Just getting to the Tank Museum is interesting, because it is set in a training camp, so the atmosphere sets one up to see lots of - well, tanks! Now I am fascinated by them, and I’d been to the... Read full review
Gradings
- VAQAS VB Attraction
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous
Dorset Tourism Award 2016 Winner of Winner 2016 - Regional and Miscellaneous
Dorset Tourism Awards 2017 - Bronze Award 2017
Video
- Tank Museum
Map & Directions
Road Directions
The Tank Museum is situated in South Dorset; it is clearly sign-posted from Dorchester, Blandford, Poole, Bere Regis & Wool. It is approximately 2 miles (5 minutes drive) from Wool Railway Station.
There is a safe and convenient cycle route from Wool Railway Station, which is around 2 miles in length.
Public Transport Directions
The Museum is in walking/cycling distance (2 miles) of Wool Railway Station, which is on the mainline between London Waterloo and Weymouth. Bus number X55 connects the Railway Station to the Tank Museum (the X55 bus operates from 15 April until 22 September 2018). There is also a taxi rank at Wool Station.
JOURNEY PLANNING: Alternatively, use the journey planning facility on the Traveline website: www.travelinesw.com
Facilities
Accessibility
- Accessible to Wheelchair Users
- All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
- Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Ramp/Level Access
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant - Self-service licensed restaurant; light meals, hot and cold snacks, 150 max.
- Picnic Site
Establishment Features
- Coach drop-off point
- Conference facilities
- Event Venue
- Open All Year
- Picnic Area
- Shop
- Toilets
Group Travel
- Out of Hours Visits
Key Features
- Approx length of visit - 2-4 hours
- Families
- Groups
- In countryside
- Indoor Attraction
- Min group size - 12 people to receive discounted price.
Parking & Transport
- On site parking - for cars and coaches. No charge.
Payment Methods
- All major credit cards accepted
- Delta accepted
- Maestro accepted
- MasterCard accepted
- Solo accepted
- Visa accepted
Specialist Features
- Family Fun
- Marketed towards children
- Marketed towards families - Lots of family activities
- Marketed towards senior citizens - Of interest to veterans and people who lived through the World Wars
Tours and Demonstrations
- Demonstrations Given - Live Action Displays during School Holidays.
- Educational Visits Accepted - Pre-booking required.
- Guided Tours Available for Groups - 20 people per tour, must be booked in advance, £30 charge applies
- Guided Tours Available for Individuals - Pre-booking is essential
Travel & Trade
- Group discounts available - for pre-booked tickets for 12 or more people.
- Min group size numeric qualifier - 12 people to receive discounted price.
- Wi-fi available
Venue Facilities
- Groups Accepted
Opening Times
| Opening (1 January 2018 - 31 December 2018) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 17:00* |
* Closed 24, 25 and 26 December
