Venue Description

A unique adventure. A visit to the royal signals museum is a rare opportunity to see the army at close quarters. Discover - get behind the wire in Blandford camp and discover the history, science and technology of communications. Explore - journey through time and find out how communications evolved from waving flags to satellite communications and the mobile phone networks. Listen - listen to brave wartime SOE spies talk about their training and exploits in France. Learn – what is the difference between cyber and electronic warfare and how this could affect you? Crack the code or learn more about Alan Turing and the ENIGMA code machine. Discover all the answers at Dorset’s 'top secret' royal signals museum, Blandford where history comes to life. Display themes include; spies, codes, special forces and secret agents ~ women at war ~ motorcycle collection and despatch riders ~ animals at war and much more… nb: adults must bring photo ID.

Accessibility

The Royal Signals Museum has excellent access for disabled visitors. The Car Park is just feet from the main entrance with a ramp up to the doors. The Museum is on two floors. Access from the first floor to the Café and second floor is by lift. The second floor has two levels with aces by Stannah stair lift for wheelchairs. There are two wheelchairs available at reception, if required.

Accessible Performances

No

Toilets

There are toilets, and toilets for the disabled. If you require any additional access arrangements or help with your visit please Contact us.

Staff

Information about the staff has not been added for this venue.

Assistance dog facilities

Assistance dog exercise facilities

Assistance dogs are permitted in the Museum and can exercise in the woods just outside, by appointment only.

Other assistance dog facilities

Water is provided at the Museum entrance.