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Price: £3,750 – £7,350
Guests: 310
Deals available: 1
Description
Description
A stone’s throw from Dorset’s stunning Jurassic Coast, The Tank Museum holds the world’s finest and most historically significant collection of tanks. For couples seeking something 'out of the box', The Tank Museum is among the latest and more unique wedding venues in the South. With a full indoor and outdoor wedding license, we can host both your ceremony and reception.
With all our packages bespoke, it means you along with our on site wedding planner we can bring your dream day to life. You can even tie the knot in front of your favourite tank! Whether you want a 1940s rustic wedding with an intimate guestlist, or a classic contemporary white wedding design with up to 1000 guests, The Tank Museum’s experienced Events team can help to create a unique day for you.
Guests to a wedding at The Tank Museum will be delighted to have some additional entertainment during the day, as they are given the opportunity to explore the Museum itself. The Tank Museum’s in-house catering team also means that, once you’ve tied the knot, your friends and family won’t have far to go for a sumptuous wedding breakfast. Finally, a photoshoot amongst the tanks will give you memories to treasure for a lifetime.
The Tank Museum has public transport links. It is a mile away from Wool station, on the main trainline between London Waterloo and Weymouth. We also have plentiful free parking onsite.
If that wasn’t enough, all profits from your wedding with go to support The Tank Museum charity. So, not only will you have started a new life together, your special day will have helped to preserve history for generations to come.
Message from the team
Name of Wedding Contact: Sophia Wedding
Congratulations on your engagement! I would love to help bring your plan for your dream day to life...
Experience
Year Business Was Established
1940
No. of Weddings Hosted
Between 10 and 30
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
5
Overview of The Tank Museum
Wedding Venue Type
Museum / Attraction
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
310
Reception Capacity
310
Pricing for The Tank Museum
Pricing for The Tank Museum
What's Included?
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Day before set up available
Private room(s) included (non-exclusive use)
Furniture included
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Multiple course wedding breakfast
Exclusive use
• A dedicated event coordinator in the lead up to the day
and on the day itself including 3 x pre-wedding meetings (in
person or virtually as you prefer) and two meetings with our
in-house catering team to discuss and choose your personal
menu choices. Should you be using external suppliers, we
ask that group meetings with these external parties are part
of this 3 x pre-wedding meeting allocation.
• A comprehensive hand-over at least 6 weeks in advance of
the wedding day.
• Regular check-ins via email to discuss progress.
• Exclusive use of the hired spaces 2pm until 5pm the day
prior (ceremonies only) and 8am until midnight on the
day of your wedding.
• Free parking for all guests - cars can be left overnight and
collected the following morning.
• Free Museum entry for all guests on the day of the
wedding.
• Use of our in-house furniture (6ft rounds, trestles, black
banquet chairs, wooden chairs, rustic tables, rustic
benches to quantities listed in the capacities enclosed).
• All catering linen - table cloths and napkins
(white or black).
• Tank Museum crockery (branded), glassware and stainless
steel cutlery.
• Cake knife and server.
• Museum staff managed access to hired areas.
• Fully stocked and staffed cash bar for reception bookings.
• Complimentary use of a conference suite or similar
for deliveries, set up preparations and for pre-wedding
registrar meetings.
• Table service / waiting staff in relation to all catering
booked internally.
• PA hire (including 2 x mics).
• Permission to have photographs in front of exhibits in
your wedding attire (some limitations may apply).
• Use of tall centre piece vases including candles (28).
• Use of bowl centre piece vases (8).
• Use of circular mirrors for centre pieces (30).
• Use of Tank Museum ‘up lights’ (4).
• Use of easel for table plan (1).
• Use of Tank Museum table numbers and holders (30).
• Use of coat rails (2) and hangers
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- RRachel T19/07/2021They couldn't do enough for us, went above and beyondThey couldn't do enough for us, went above and beyondOur teenager chose the venue as it is his favourite place. We were not disappointed. There's not many people who Cam say we got married next to a world war 2 Tank. They couldn't do enough for us, went above and beyond, you will not be disappointed. If you like the tank museum it's the place to get married! Will never forget our special day thanks to these guys.Our teenager chose the venue as it is his favourite place. We were not disappointed. There's not many people who Cam say we got married next to a world war 2 Tank. They couldn't do enough for us, went above and beyond, you will not be disappointed. If you like the tank museum it's the place to get married! Will never forget our special day thanks to these guys.
Location & Contact Details for The Tank Museum
Location & Contact Details for The Tank Museum
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What makes The Tank Museum a unique wedding venue in Dorset?
The Tank Museum offers a one-of-a-kind setting for your wedding with the world's finest collection of tanks, located near Dorset's Jurassic Coast. Couples can choose from both indoor and outdoor licensed spaces and even tie the knot in front of their favourite tank, making the experience truly unforgettable.
Can The Tank Museum accommodate both wedding ceremonies and receptions?
Yes, The Tank Museum holds a full indoor and outdoor wedding license, allowing you to host both your ceremony and reception on-site with flexibility to suit your vision.
How many guests can The Tank Museum accommodate for a wedding?
The venue is versatile, accommodating intimate weddings with smaller guest lists or larger celebrations with up to 1000 guests. The experienced Events team can tailor your day according to your preferred size and style.
What wedding styles can be hosted at The Tank Museum?
The Tank Museum is ideal for:
- 1940s rustic themed weddings with an intimate atmosphere
- Classic contemporary white wedding designs
- Custom bespoke themes designed with the on-site wedding planner
Is catering provided at The Tank Museum for weddings?
Yes, The Tank Museum has an in-house catering team providing sumptuous wedding breakfasts, ensuring your guests are well catered for without needing to leave the venue.
Are there entertainment options available for guests during a wedding?
Guests will enjoy exclusive access to explore The Tank Museum’s world-renowned exhibits throughout the wedding day, offering unique and engaging entertainment during the celebration.
What are the transportation and parking options for guests attending weddings at The Tank Museum?
The Tank Museum benefits from excellent transport links:
- Approximately one mile from Wool station on the direct train line between London Waterloo and Weymouth
- Plentiful free on-site parking available for guests arriving by car
Can couples have a photoshoot at The Tank Museum on their wedding day?
Absolutely! Couples can have a memorable photoshoot amongst the historic tanks, providing distinctive and timeless wedding photos to treasure.
Are the wedding packages at The Tank Museum customizable?
Yes, all wedding packages are bespoke. Couples work closely with the on-site wedding planner to customize every detail, bringing their dream wedding to life tailored to their preferences.
How does booking a wedding at The Tank Museum support a greater cause?
All profits from weddings at The Tank Museum go directly to supporting The Tank Museum charity, helping to preserve an important piece of history for future generations.
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