News and Events

News

The latest arrival at the museum is a small pillbox or observation post which likely dates from the Second World War. We know very little about it at the moment, so look out for more information on this exciting new object in the future.

The pillbox was kindly donated by Airbus who also arranged and paid for its transportation from their Hawarden airfield.

If you have any information about this structure and how it was used feel free to let the Museum Officer know!

Work on interpretation has yet to begin. However the museum team is confident this object will make a great addition to the collection.

 

Events

Temporary exhibitions: We run a programme of temporary exhibitions throughout the year, highlighting topical events and showcasing items from our collection.

Later this year look out for a D-Day related display and looking ahead to 2010 a brand new exhibition provisionally titled ‘The Horse at War'.

Heritage Open Days: Heritage Open Days celebrate free public access to the widest range of buildings, both historic and contemporary, across Britain. The Cheshire Military Museum is getting involved by offering guided tours of the early 19th century barracks and museum. Fragments of medieval frescoes can be seen in the Agricola Tower of the old Castle.

The Cheshire Military Museum hopes to be involved in this year's Big Draw event (TBC). We plan to invite children to come to the museum and take part in a fun activity where they will learn about the past through the creative medium of drawing.