Temporary Exhibitions

With Spanners Descending: REME’s Airborne War

Dive into the story of REME’s support for Britain’s airborne troops during World War Two. This exhibition’s title is taken from Craftsman Joe Roberts’ 1996 book about his service with the Corps from 1942 to 1945 as part of the 1st Airborne Division.

Open until December 2026. Entry included within admission.

"Remembering the Falklands: 40 Years On" explores REME's role in the Falkland Islands in 1982. Discover the ingenuity of REME personnel in adverse conditions, the impact of the conflict on all involved, and the legacy reaching into the present day. Interact with historic documents, photographs and first-hand accounts from those who were there.

We are also delighted to host a digital version of Graham Bound's photographic exhibition "Everything Changed". Graham was a local journalist who was born on the Falkland Islands and, unable to publish his newspaper under occupying forces, made extensive records of the conflict from beginning to end.

In the years following REME’s formation in 1942, equivalent ‘sister’ corps were set up across the world. This exhibition celebrated the uniqueness of these Electrical and Mechanical Engineering (EME) corps.

This unique collaborative art exhibition featured fine art pieces from both the museum's collection and the MOD Lyneham Officers' Mess.

Whatever the task, wherever the operation, food plays a vital role in the experience of a REME soldier. Yet food is not only fuel - it is a source of tradition, celebration, and even cooperation. This exhibition explored the diversity of food in the British Army; how dining has changed since the formation of the Corps and how, in many ways, it remains the same.

The passing of HRH Prince Philip had a particularly sad resonance for REME, as he was the Corps’ Colonel-in-Chief for over 50 years. This exhibition explored the Prince’s long relationship with REME by displaying material from the Museum’s large collection.

Members of REME have been excelling at sport since the Corps was formed in 1942. REME Sport, Past and Present looked at historical sporting success alongside recent achievements across a range of disciplines. It launched in appropriate sporting fashion with an Olympic style torch relay around MOD Lyneham.

As a Training Ground for War explored the links between sport and the armed forces. A collaboration between Sporting Heritage and the Army Museums Ogilby Trust, the display travelled the UK during 2019 before finally visiting the REME Museum in October and November.

The Ruined Factory proved so popular we had to extend its run. Examining REME's role kick-starting Volkswagen in the aftermath of the Second World War, this display was enhanced by rare photographs and lectures delivered by staff from the Volkswagen Heritage Department in Wolfsburg.

Women have always been a part of the REME story but their role in the Corps has changed over the decades. From highly skilled Wartime radar technicians to Corps Colonel, this display explored the careers and experiences of a group of pioneering Women of REME, past and present.

Nowadays, military tattoos are something everyone's talking about but we think we hosted the first exhibition. Captivating photography and poignant personal stories accompanied an examination of the strong links between those who serve and body art. Military Ink really captured public attention, leading to features in the local and national press.