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Forged in Steel: Skill, Symbolism, and the Soldier’s Blade
- Dates:
- 30 April - 31 May 2026
Address:
The Gurkha Museum, Peninsula Barracks, Winchester, SO23 8TPAbout Forged in Steel: Skill, Symbolism, and the Soldier’s Blade
Renowned worldwide for their courage, Gurkhas have built an extraordinary reputation over more than 200 years of service. This spring, discover the blades that symbolise that legacy.
This new temporary exhibition brings together a remarkable collection of bladed weapons from The Gurkha Museum Trust, including the iconic khukuri (kukri), personal sidearms, and weapons used by the Gurkhas’ formidable opponents. Each object reveals a story of skill, tradition, and the deep bond between soldier and steel.
More than just an exhibition of weapons, this display offers insight into the courage, craftsmanship, and enduring spirit of Gurkhas.
Tickets: This is a free exhibition, although donations to support this and future exhibitions would be most appreciated.