What's On Events Wartime Britain 2027 Mark your calendar for our annual re-enactment and living history event Wartime Britain on VE Day weekend 2027! This weekend always promises to be an amazing day out exploring the equipment, military life and home front culture experienced by many during World War II. Every year we add something bigger and better, with more re-enactment groups and exciting performances. Join us for a Victory-worthy 1940s event featuring: 1940s costume and decoration Re-enactors and living history groups telling the stories of those who lived, served and fought in WW2 WW2-era vehicles from the museum’s Reserve Vehicle Collection, private collectors and enthusiasts around the country 'Live' demonstrations of WW2 equipment, including firearms, munitions and more (subject to groups attending and availability of equipment) Wartime musical performances 1940s dance performances Event Gallery Click through the photos for a taste of the Wartime Britain weekend at the REME Museum! These photos are from previous years, please note that specific performances and demonstrations vary year on year. Wartime Britain by REMEMuseum (Canva) Don't forget to tag us in all your snaps on the day @REME_Museum #WartimeBritain #REMEMuseum Reviews "Interesting visit, especially as they had a WW2 event on that weekend." - Richard Skobelski, Google, May 2024. "Very enjoyable visit. Lots to see in the museum itself. The 1940s weekend was an absolute joy." - westcountrybird, Tripadvisor, May 2023. "Wartime Britain weekend - great success" - Danyall_UK, Tripadvisor, May 2023. Stallholders We welcome local businesses to join us with a stall at this event. Registration will open at a later date. Further Information Tickets Tickets should be booked online in advance, this helps to ensure a smooth arrival. We cannot always guarantee entry on the door. Refreshments Crown's Café will be open to visitors with a ticket to the event, offering a special event menu and of course tea, coffee and cake! Parking Free parking will be available in our large car park, we ask that you please reserve a parking space if you need one in advance! Blue Badge spaces are available on a first-come-first-served basis and you must have reserved a parking space online. Unfortunately we cannot reserve specific spaces in advance, so please plan your arrival accordingly. If you can, please consider travelling by alternative means. Find more information on Getting Here. Dog Policy Dogs are welcome on the museum grounds but are not allowed inside the building, with the exception of assistance dogs. Please be aware that during our Wartime Britain event, there may be loud noises from 'live'-firing of firearms which could scare dogs visiting. Check our schedule and event map on the day to make preparations for these times. We can provide water in bowls outside the cafe and by the main entrance, please just ask if these are empty! FAQs If you have any further questions about visiting us or the event, please check our general FAQs and Accessibility information or contact us. Tickets will be available online in 2027. Manage Cookie Preferences