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The Tank Museum

The Tank Museum

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In short: The Tank Museum is a campsite in Bovington Camp, rated 4.9 out of 5 from 16,769 Google reviews, with dogs welcome.

Details checked · source: Google Places

About The Tank Museum

Discover an extraordinary collection of armoured military vehicles spanning over a century at Bovington Camp, featuring rare WWI exhibits and the planet's most extensive tank assembly under one roof.

Good to know

Parking

  • ✓Free car park
  • ✓Paid car park

Accessibility

  • ✓Accessible parking
  • ✓Accessible entrance
  • ✓Accessible toilet

Payment

  • ✓Credit cards
  • ✓Debit cards
  • ✓Contactless

Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.

Photos

Photos via Google

Facilities

Toilets Free Wifi Gift Shop Onsite Parking Accessible Toilets Baby Changing Atm Food Available Wheelchair Friendly Pushchair Friendly Card Payments Accepted Wheelchair Hire

Opening hours

Monday
Open 24 hours
Tuesday
Open 24 hours
Wednesday
Open 24 hours
Thursday
Open 24 hours
Friday
Open 24 hours
Saturday
Open 24 hours
Sunday
Open 24 hours

Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.

What visitors say

A P

We’ve just returned from a fantastic camping trip, and our group of 15 had the best time! From the moment we arrived, Richard and his family made us feel so welcome and were incredibly friendly and accommodating throughout our stay. The animals are clearly very well looked after and are so friendly, which made the experience even more special. The campsite is spacious, so we never felt crowded, and all of the children felt completely safe and had the freedom to explore and enjoy themselves. The facilities were excellent, with clean, well-maintained washing and toilet areas. Everything was thoughtfully cared for, making our stay comfortable and relaxing. A huge thank you to Richard and his family for such a wonderful experience. We would highly recommend this campsite and can't wait to visit again

· via Google

Shari Priddle

We recently stayed at Longthorns Farm Campsite and had a fantastic holiday. The campsite has a lovely family-run atmosphere, and all of the staff we met were friendly, welcoming and always happy to help. The location is excellent, the site is well laid out, and we really enjoyed our stay. The only area that let the site down was the toilet and shower block. During our visit, it didn't seem to be cleaned frequently enough, with bins often overflowing and toilet roll regularly running out. The facilities also appeared to need a deeper clean and some maintenance. A few of the showers produced water in a cone-shaped spray, which made washing long hair quite difficult, and there was no way to adjust the water temperature or pressure. Despite these issues, we genuinely loved the campsite and they did not detract from what was otherwise a wonderful stay. The friendly atmosphere, helpful staff and overall experience more than made up for the shortcomings in the facilities. We are already looking forward to returning and would highly recommend Longthorns Farm Campsite to anyone looking for a welcoming and enjoyable place to stay in Dorset.

· via Google

James Flynn

We had a fantastic stay at Longthorns Farm and couldn't recommend it highly enough. A huge thank you to Rich and his team, who went above and beyond to help us. I'd accidentally booked the wrong dates, but despite it being at very short notice, they managed to squeeze us in and couldn't have been more accommodating. That level of customer service really set the tone for our stay. The campsite itself is in a brilliant location. It's just a short drive from Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door, making it an ideal base for exploring the Jurassic Coast. There are also plenty of interesting places to visit inland, so there's no shortage of things to do in the area. The site is well looked after, has a friendly, relaxed atmosphere, and it's clear that Rich and the team genuinely care about their guests having a great experience. We'll definitely be back, and I'd happily recommend Longthorns Farm to anyone looking for a great campsite in Dorset.

· via Google

Samuel Mulford

Had an amazing stay here during a trip to Tankfest 2026 with my son! It’s the perfect location if you're visiting The Tank Museum or Monkey World. We stayed in our campervan on an electric hook-up pitch. The facilities were excellent—the toilet block was clean, the on-site shop was well-stocked, and the bar was great. There was also a baked potato trailer during our stay, which served up some seriously delicious food. The owners are incredibly helpful and chatty, contributing to a brilliantly relaxed, family-friendly vibe. My son absolutely loved feeding the animals, too. We had a fantastic weekend and made some lasting memories. Highly recommend!

· via Google

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At a glance

Address
R A C Tank Museum, Linsay Road, Bovington, Wareham, BH20 6JG Get directions
Category
Museums & Galleries
Guest rating
4.9 / 5 (16,769 reviews)
Suitable for
All Ages
Setting
Indoor & outdoor
Dogs allowed
Yes
Good for children
Yes
Toilets on site
Yes
Destination
Bovington Camp

Quick answers

What are the opening hours of The Tank Museum?

The Tank Museum is open Mon–Sun 24 hours (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).

Is The Tank Museum any good?

The Tank Museum is rated 4.9 out of 5 from 16,769 Google reviews.

Is The Tank Museum dog-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at The Tank Museum.

Is The Tank Museum good for children?

Yes, The Tank Museum is listed as good for children.

How long do you need at The Tank Museum?

Allow four to five hours.

Is The Tank Museum indoors or outdoors?

The Tank Museum has both indoor and outdoor areas.

What ages is The Tank Museum suitable for?

The Tank Museum suits all ages.

Is The Tank Museum wheelchair accessible?

The Tank Museum has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet.

Is there parking at The Tank Museum?

Yes: free car park and paid car park.

How do I contact The Tank Museum?

Call The Tank Museum on +44 1929 401539.

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