Telling the extraordinary stories of ordinary people in war and conflict, from 1914 to the present day. Entry to the museum is free. Explore our permanent galleries to learn about the impact of the First …
Telling the extraordinary stories of ordinary people in war and conflict, from 1914 to the present day. Entry to the museum is free. Explore our permanent galleries to learn about the impact of the First World War, Second World War and the Holocaust, view era-defining art in the new Blavatnik Art, Film and Photography Galleries, or discover our special temporary exhibitions. We recommend allocating at least two hours for your visit. For families, take part in free children’s activities every weekend and during school holidays. Our cafe is open from 10am to 5pm, with food prepared onsite each day using the finest seasonal ingredients. Discover a wide range of unique gifts and books inspired by IWM's collections in our museum shop.
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Mar 31, 2025
I great Military Museum for a good 3-5 hours of your time. Lots of exhibits takings you through British Military events and equipment. Suitable for adults & children. A gift shop, toilets & cafe o…Full review by Sherpa48417941120
Mar 28, 2025
Nice place, arrived In the morning at 10:30 or 11:00 (I don’t really remember) was abit busy since there was a school trip, best part, there was RAF aircraft’s In the sky, might recommendFull review by Sameer20131
Mar 28, 2025
Since their pointless changes to become a rather Politically Correct collection of disjointed displays; it is a waste of time even visiting here now. The previous evocative exhibits brought the tragi…Full review by Fiona C
Imperial war museum Duxford. A polish Freind is visiting IWM but does not speak English can you get headphones that translate to polish so he can enjoy the experience more
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there are headphones at the churchill war rooms not sure what languages and I believe they have them at other locations again not sure about the languages available
Hi can I ask if you are open after the Easter bank holiday Monday? and if so is it the usual 10am-1800Hrs please? I know you sometimes close during school holidays you see. Thank you
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Their website says they are open every day except 24 to 26 December. 10am - 6pm daily.
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