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The Rifles Museums at Winchester

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Following the amalgamation of the Light Infantry and the Royal Green Jackets in February 2007, The Rifles Museums at Winchester offer a combined outstanding collection of uniforms, weapons, silver, paintings and medals, including 34 of the Regiment’s 59 Victoria Crosses, all impressively displayed; an in-depth record of the history of the Royal Green Jackets and its antecedent regiments from 1741 to the present day; and a magnificent diorama of Waterloo with 22,000 model soldiers and horses. In addition, the museums tell the story of The Light Infantry from its inception in 1968 with displays covering the Regiment’s operations in Northern Ireland, the Gulf War and in support of the United Nations.


The regimental archive is housed in a separate building on site and may be viewed by appointment.

Opening Times

Open 1 Jan 2005 - 31 Dec 2005

Opening 2006 1 Jan 2006 - 31 Dec 2006

Opening 2007 1 Jan 2007 - 31 Dec 2007

Road Directions

From the M3 south leave the motorway at Junction 10, (Bar End) and follow the signs for central Winchester.

Follow the one way system to the top of the High Street where it becomes Romsey Road. Peninsula Barracks is 200yds on the left as you go up Romsey Road.

 Facilities

Establishment Features

  • All weather attraction
  • Conference facilities
  • Gift shop
  • Open on bank holidays
  • Special Opening for Groups by Arrangement

 Contact Info

Peninsula Barracks
Romsey Road
WINCHESTER
Hampshire
SO23 8TS

Tel: +44 (0)1926 828 549
Fax: +44 (0)1962 828 500
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