Explore nearly 300 years of military history through collections of medals, uniforms, weapons and personal artefacts at Hampshire's county regiment museum.

The Royal Hampshire Regiment Museum celebrates the rich heritage of the County Regiment for Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, which has served the Crown for nearly three centuries. Located on the ground floor of Serle's House, a Georgian building on Southgate Street in Winchester, the museum offers free admission to all visitors. The museum's impressive collection includes medals, historical uniforms, weapons, and personal artefacts that tell the stories of those who served in the Royal Hampshire Regiment. Visitors can explore an interactive timeline spanning from 1702 to the present day, tracing significant events in the regiment's history. All gallery areas are fully accessible, making it suitable for families with pushchairs. Beyond the exhibitions, the museum features a Memorial Garden dedicated in 1952 by the Bishop of Winchester to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the regiment's founding. The venue welcomes school groups and youth organisations, offering educational programmes and genealogical research services for those seeking to learn about family members who served. Donations support the museum's operations, as it no longer receives funding from the Ministry of Defence.

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What this place offers

Toilets

Public transport nearby

Accessible toilets

Free WiFi

Baby changing facilities

Food available

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🐕Dog-friendly

Parking nearby

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Mike “Malvus” A

a month ago

Small but well curated museum in the centre of Winchester. Much focus on the World Wars, understandably, and the regiment has an impressive record that stretches back to the late 17th century.

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Amanda Fitzpatrick

3 months ago

Really lovely museum, fantastivly helpful staff and such a wide variety of records to view ! 10/10

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Garry Maskell

10 months ago

Great place. went there to find information on my Grandfather's Brother Frank Milam as did not know much on him . Inquired with one of the Brilliant and friendly staff to find out he was at Gallipoli with the 2nd Battalion survived and then sadly went to the somme was with the 14th Battalion and sadly died of wounds on the 14th August 1916. It is free to browse and donations are up to the individual. can Highly recommend

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Dan P

a year ago

A fantastic regimental museum which concisely covers the history of the Royal Hampshire Regiment. Split over two packed rooms the exhibits and information is accessible and interesting without being overbearing. It’s also a free museum to visit. Well done to the Hampshires!

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Ladela

7 years ago

A very small museum telling and showing the history of the Royal Hampshire Regiment from its time as the Hampshire Militia, through the two World Wars up to amalgamation with the Queen's Regiment to become the PWRR. Very informative, and it's also free entry.

Reviews last updated: 7 October 2026