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.
Personal Message from the Manager
Name of Wedding Contact: Sophia Wedding
Congratulations on your engagement! I would love to help bring your plan for your dream day to life...
• 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
What is included in this pricing:
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
In-house Catering
(price per head)
Prices Start At
£17
Maximum Price
£54
Curated with locally-sourced and in-season ingredients in mind, The Tank Museum Catering Team holds years of experience developing high-end corporate menus for private functions. Aware that everyone wants something different for their special day, we have a diverse list detailing the options available for you to choose from.
Once you have an idea as to what type of catering option you may want, our in-house team will be more than happy to work with you to design a menu specifically to your taste.
Afternoon tea £16.75
Buffet menu £26.50
Sit down dinner - Brigadier £42
Sit down dinner - Major General £48
Sit down dinner - Lieutenant General £5
We have loads of free parking for drivers, and Wool Station (around 20-30 minutes walk) is on the main line from London Waterloo.
The Tank Museum is situated in South Dorset, and is clearly
signposted from Dorchester, Blandford, Poole, Bere Regis and
Wool. The Museum offers extensive, free overnight parking
facilities to all guests. If you are parking here overnight, we’ll
be happy to work with you to plan group transport for both
you and your guests.
Our satellite navigation postcode is BH20 6JG
Describe the best wedding that happened at The Tank Museum?
In 2024 we hosted a very intimate wedding in front of one of our tanks. The bride and groom even got a ride on one of our tracked vehicles are part of their day!
What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Plan in time to spend just the two of you! We have plenty for guests to explore at the Museum while you have time together.
What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?
Handmade wedding favour that were tank themed.
Describe The Tank Museum in 5 adjectives
Unique, bespoke historic, cultural, varied.
Where’s the best photo spot at The Tank Museum?
In our Vehicle Conservation Centre under the row of gun barrels
Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at The Tank Museum?
We have hosted many celebrity guests, including the Queen, Brad Pitt, James May and Al Murray.
What’s your favourite canapé?
Salmon and cream cheese on blinis
What’s your favourite midnight treat?
Bacon baps!
What is The Tank Museum most unique feature?
Where else can you get married amongst the best collection of historic tanks in the world!
What part of your business are you most proud of?
Being able to bring couples ideas for their day to life, no matter how unique or crazy!
Bridebook Benefits
Bridebook GiftSweet Brooch
Bridebook Special OfferWhen couples book their wedding at the museum, they will be given an exculsive Sweet Heart Brooch. COMING SOON!