Wartime Britain 2026

Mark your calendar for our annual re-enactment and living history event Wartime Britain on 9 - 10 May 2026!

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)
🎶 Plus wartime music and performances

Tickets will be available online from 9 February 2026, 09:00am.

You may also like the following events from The REME Museum:

• This Saturday, 22nd November, 10:00 am, REME Museum Christmas Fair in Chippenham
• Happening on, 18th April, 09:30 am, Sci-Fi Day 2026 in Chippenham