The Tank Museum

Over 24,000 visitors from all over the world attended TANKFEST, the largest moving armour event in the world, at the home of the tank. Thousands were also able to experience TANKFEST from the comfort of their sofas, across the globe by watching a livestream of the action in association with World of Tanks. Watch; https://lnkd.in/e7CXwXc8

Or flagship fundraising event is now open! TANKFEST, in partnership with World of Tanks is the world's biggest display of historic moving armour. For those who are unable to make it in person, we will livestream the event this Sunday, 30th June at 1pm (BST). Check it out; https://lnkd.in/e7CXwXc8

After the success of the FV4005 restoration, a quirky cold war prototype tank, in partnership with World of Tanks and AW Hewes we're raising funds to get our M47 ready to run at TANKFEST 2025!⁠ ⁠ This Cold War US tank was acquired in 1987 after nearly ending up as a range target and has never been on public display. A restoration project began in the 1990s, but was paused... until now! ⁠ ⁠ We need to raise £50,000 for a full overhaul and new engine. ⁠ We are pleased to offer lots of perks for supporters of the project! Find out more; http://tankmuseum.org/m47

Over TANKFEST weekend, visitors will be able to get inside a Warrior IFV supplied by event sponsor, Babcock International Group TANKFEST, the world’s largest display of historic moving armour, wows event guests with a range of vehicles from the last 100 years of armoured warfare – from WWI to the present day. Events Manager, Tom Holmes, says, “We are very excited Babcock are joining us as sponsors for our biggest event of the year. Getting inside an armoured vehicle is a bucket list opportunity for many of our TANKFEST visitors.” Read More; https://lnkd.in/enXHj9Ab

We are looking for an Education and Accessibility Volunteer Trustee to join a friendly and innovative team to take the lead and grow our accessibility programme and to support our formal and informal education offering to make sure it continues to be a leading example in the sector. Find out more about how you can make an impact: https://lnkd.in/e2c68yb6 #trustee #volunteer #education #accessibility

On International Museum day, we are proud to share that The Museum scooped Marketing & Communications Campaign of the year at the annual Museums + Heritage Awards. Nik Wyness, The Tank Museum’s Head of Marketing, said; “We’re very proud to be recognised for our work in creating educational video content, developing online enthusiast communities and using this platform to generate vital new sources of fundraising. “At a time when all Museums are under considerable financial pressure, we’ve shown what can be possible when creativity, ambition and entrepreneurship are embraced in the pursuit of a financially sustainable future.” https://lnkd.in/eEAcgMt6

On International Museum day, we are proud to share that The Museum scooped Marketing & Communications Campaign of the year at the annual Museums + Heritage Awards. Nik Wyness, The Tank Museum’s Head of Marketing, said; “We’re very proud to be recognised for our work in creating educational video content, developing online enthusiast communities and using this platform to generate vital new sources of fundraising. “At a time when all Museums are under considerable financial pressure, we’ve shown what can be possible when creativity, ambition and entrepreneurship are embraced in the pursuit of a financially sustainable future.” https://lnkd.in/eEAcgMt6

We are pleased to announce that we will be hosting our fourth 'On Track' wellbeing event on 3rd October 2024. On Track shines a light on the importance of mental health and features speakers and expert-led workshops designed to support armed forces and emergency services personnel, veterans, and their families. Events Manager Tom Holmes, said, “Past attendees commented that the event provided “life-changing information” and we are pleased to again support individuals by giving them the day-to-day tools and resources to help safeguard their mental well-being. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/euKFwxRD #mentalhealthawarenessweek Cobseo, the Confederation of Service Charities Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Following our collaboration with the British Army and Ajax, the Museum is thrilled to work with the War Heritage Institute to bring the Soviet IS-3M back to the TANKFEST arena to battle with the FV4005 in a historic display of big gun power, in partnership with World of Tanks. Chris van Schaardenburgh, the Museum’s Head of Collections said, “Through this display, we will tell the incredible story of the race throughout the history of armoured warfare to build bigger to defeat the enemy.” Find out more: https://lnkd.in/evm9kZQX

The next generation of British military armoured fighting vehicles, Ajax, will be making its public running debut at our flagship event TANKFEST. Chris van Schaardenburgh, The Museum’s Head of Collections, said, “We are pleased to collaborate with the British Army to showcase the future of warfare next to our collection of historically important tanks. Tank fans will be treated to a show that really tells the story of the development of the armoured vehicle from WWI to the modern day.” Read More: https://lnkd.in/eg5ZRT4Z