Bastogne Barracks

01/06/2026

🎉 Free admission this Wednesday!

Every first Wednesday of the month, we welcome you for free at Bastogne Barracks, and that includes June 3rd from 13h00! 🎖️

Step into a world full of history. See you Wednesday! 👋

👉 No reservation needed, just come on by!

🎉 Gratis toegang deze woensdag!

Elke eerste woensdag van de maand verwelkomen we je gratis in Bastogne Barracks, en dat geldt ook op 3 juni vanaf 13u00! 🎖️

Stap binnen in een wereld vol geschiedenis. We zien je woensdag! 👋

👉 Geen reservatie nodig, gewoon langskomen!

28/05/2026

Guess who'll be at Operation Market Harborough? 👋🪖

🐘 TIME FOR A JUMBO SURPRISE! 🐘

Remember back in April we teased you with two special first time visitors to our show;
We are incredibly proud to announce that the famous “First in Bastogne” Sherman Jumbo ,from War Heritage Institute at Bastogne Barracks in Belgium, will be appearing at Operation Market Harborough this year 👏
Alongside the Jagdpanther 411 these two vehicles compliment our incredible World War Two fleet of vehicles.

Fresh from its appearance at Tankfest, this internationally recognised vehicle will then be heading to join us for what promises to be an unforgettable weekend.

Presented in the iconic markings of the legendary “Cobra King”, the tank famous for being the first to break through to the surrounded troops in Bastogne during the Battle of the Bulge, this tank helps to tell an important part of history.

The War Heritage Institute is responsible for preserving and promoting Belgium’s military history, caring for historic collections and vehicles to ensure these important stories continue to be shared with future generations.

To have a vehicle of this significance attending a smaller UK show like ours is something we are immensely proud of, and we cannot thank the War Heritage Institute enough for their support in helping make this happen. And who knows; they maybe bringing something else as well!

Keep an eye out on our social media for Friday as we have another big announcement about how you can enjoy our show! 🤫🥸

27/05/2026

📢 We've reopened our doors!

Yesterday's technical issues have been resolved, and we are ready to welcome you back. We apologize for any inconvenience caused and look forward to seeing you at the museum soon!

📢 Onze deuren zijn opnieuw geopend!

De technische problemen van gisteren zijn opgelost en we zijn klaar om u weer te verwelkomen. We bieden onze excuses aan voor het ongemak en kijken ernaar uit u binnenkort in het museum te zien!

26/05/2026

Dear visitors,

⚠️ 📢 Due to technical issues and a power outage, Bastogne Barracks unfortunately has to close its doors for the day. Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to welcoming you back to the museum as soon as the issue is resolved!

06/05/2026

🚗💨 Our Sherman Firefly has left the building!

Three of our most iconic vehicles (ISU-152, Sherman Firefly and Stuart M5A1) are heading to 'Marshalling Area' at the military base of Florennes for an immersive historical re-enactment experience.

Come meet the team, get up close with these incredible machines and watch history come to life!

📅 May 9 & 10

⚠️ Tickets are limited and available online only. Don't miss out!

👉 More info via the link in the comments.

05/05/2026

🔧 Restoration in progress!

👨‍🔧 Our M26 Pershing is currently being disassembled and sandblasted by our
mechanics and volunteers.

Named after American General John Pershing , the Pershing arrived on the European battlefield in January 1945. It came just in time, when Allied forces urgently needed something more powerful than the Sherman to face Germany's heavy armor.

The tank in our collection was built in 1945 at the Fisher Body factory and reached
Belgium through the Mutual Defense Aid Program.

Our goal? To get this piece of living history running again. Stay tuned! ⚙️🛡️

04/05/2026

Best free activity this Wednesday? 👇

A visit to Bastogne Barracks!

Every first Wednesday of the month, admission is completely free from 13h00, and May 6th is no exception.

Come soak up some history! See you there 🎖️

De leukste gratis activiteit deze woensdag? 👇

Een bezoekje aan Bastogne Barracks!

Elke eerste woensdag van de maand is de toegang volledig gratis vanaf 13u00, ook op 6 mei!

Laat je onderdompelen in onze rijke historische collectie. Tot woensdag! 🎖️

30/04/2026

Big news 👀 We’re heading to TANKFEST 2026!

See you there?

22/04/2026

Are you familiar with the 5cm Pak 38?

This anti-tank gun was first deployed in April 1941, 85 years ago! With its elongated barrel and high muzzle velocity, it was capable of knocking out Soviet armoured vehicles.

Due to a lack of more powerful equipment, the weapon remained in service until the end of the Second World War among ordinary German infantrymen, the so-called Landser.

📊 Technical specs:
→ Rate of fire: 15 rounds/min
→ Pe*******on capacity: 44–84 mm of steel at 1,000 m

✨ The piece in our collection is exceptionally well preserved: the original paint is still intact, as is the inscription 'Braun Ark', an indication of oil viscosity for use in both temperate and arctic climates.

📍 Discover it for yourself at our museum!

17/04/2026

We’re rolling the tanks out! 🪖💨

Mark your calendars: our ISU-152, Sherman Firefly & Stuart M5A1 will soon be heading to Marshalling Area, an immersive historical re-enactment camp at the military base of Florennes 🇧🇪

📅 On May 9 and 10, 2026!

Expect incredible re-enactments and plenty of activities showcasing the equipment, vehicles and units of the Second World War… As well as the chance to meet our team, present on site to welcome you and get these impressive machines rolling!

After an edition focused on aviation last year, this time: it's all about the tanks.

See you soon?!

⚠️ Please note, places are limited and tickets are available online only, sign up quickly!

Onze tanks rijden uit! 🪖💨

Noteer het in je agenda: onze ISU-152, Sherman Firefly & Stuart M5A1 vertrekken binnenkort richting Marshalling Area, een meeslepend historisch re-enactment kamp op de militaire basis van Florennes 🇧🇪

📅 Op 9 en 10 mei 2026!

Verwacht ongelofelijke re-enactments en tal van activiteiten die het materieel, de voertuigen en de eenheden uit de Tweede Wereldoorlog in de kijker zetten… Maar ook een ontmoeting met ons team, dat ter plaatse aanwezig zal zijn om je te verwelkomen en deze indrukwekkende machines te laten rijden!

Na een editie die vorig jaar in het teken stond van de luchtvaart, draait alles dit jaar rond tanks!

Tot binnenkort?!

⚠️ Let op, het aantal plaatsen is beperkt en tickets zijn uitsluitend online beschikbaar, schrijf je snel in!