Things to do in Wales, Wales: The Best Military Museums

Tin Shed Experience is a second hand tin sheeted museum housing a collection of items from 1914-45 and wartime items including some film memorabilia and props. We have an Anderson Shelter and a 1930's work-mans cottage. Over the years we have developed links with historical film and television productions such as 'Band of Brothers' and 'Saving Private Ryan'. We are also a quirky semi outdoor / undercover area for events. We are currently closed. We apologise for any inconvenience caused during these times Director Seimon Pugh-Jones 07974 106 157; Events Co-ordinator Min Evans 0781 696 0268; Outreach Emyr Price 079 661 74 79. * * * * * * * ALL INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITH NO LIABILITY TO THE WEB PAGE CREATOR OR THE TIN SHED EXPERIENCE PLEASE PHONE TO DOUBLE CHECK THAT WE ARE OPEN BEFORE TRAVELING TO VISIT * * * * * * * *

Located within the historic Barry Island Station the Barry War Museum is run by the Barry at War Group as part of the Barry Tourist Railway. The Barry at War Group aims to research, preserve and promote the wartime history of the town and surrounding area.

A military fortress, museum and cafe located within the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park at Angle, Pembrokeshire. Unfortunately we will not be opening at Easter as planned. We are following Government guidance in respect of Coronavirus and will remain closed until that advice changes.

SWAM is a new unique Aviation museum based in South Wales near the former RAF St Athan. We allow visitors to get up and personal with our aircraft and displays, with different aircraft being open. We are only currently open at weekends and bank holidays, and while we have free parking, there is a suggested donation for adults of £5. We have a cafe and a shop with there is limited disabled access.

The Museum tells the fascinating story of four of the British army's most famous regiments. This long history, dating back to the 1680s, is told through many kinds of objects including uniforms, medals, weapons and models. The regiments have seen action in many prominent events, including the British campaign in South Africa (visit us and discover what really happened in the 1879 Zulu War!), And both world wars. Forty-three of the regiments' soldiers have received the Victoria Cross, and we commemorate their sacrifice and heroism as well as that of all the men and women associated with our regiments who have contributed so much to our country.

Firing Line, Cardiff Castle Museum of the Welsh Soldier is highly innovative and interactive in providing access to the proud and distinguished service of 1st The Queen's Dragoon Guards and The Royal Welsh, which stretches over 300 years and continues in Afghanistan today. An Independently run Museum located in Cardiff Castle, we aim to preserve past and present history for future generations to understand why ordinary people are prepared to do extraordinary things and carry out outstanding acts of bravery. Admission to the Firing Line Museum forms part of admission to Cardiff Castle. The Firing Line Museum is fully accessible with wheelchair and pushchair access to the museum via the lift located in Cardiff Castle Interpretation Centre. Our exhibition text is also located at a wheelchair friendly height. A family friendly cafe is located within the Interpretation Centre.

We are a family run business est 2001 , a private and much loved collection of vehicles we currently display over 100 vehicles , from motorcycles , tractors , cars, a growing military section and a Hunter Hawker plane, with the backfrop of automotive memorabilia. There is an on site cafe which can be used without museum entrance .There is a play area for customers , and a small but perfectly formed cl caravan and motorhome site. we also offer unique accommodation in converted military vehicles, Anglesey AWOL glamping.

Following the announcement by Welsh Government that indoor attractions in Wales will close from Saturday 5 December, the Museum will be closed until further notice.

**Sorry but in line with many other museums we are Temporarily CLOSED** Our indoor street scene will take you back in time to the 1940s. Walk past the RAF Operations Room, through the Air Raid Shelter and the Wartime pub to the Warden's Post and grocer's shop. Learn about Rationing and watch newsreels. Clothes and uniforms and a quiz for the youngsters. CLOSED SOME DAYS ESPECIALLY SATURDAYS due to our increasingly popular overnight paranormal ghost tours. If in doubt, please 'phone, email or text to check before setting off on. School Visits - A day of interactive lessons and fun for KS2+3 school trips. WI, Round Table, Probus and other groups welcome. Evenings tours and paranormal investigations available by booking.