Napoleonic Reenactments - Aldershot Military Museum

Special Historical Events at Aldershot Military Museum – Napoleonic Reenactments

Step back in time at the Aldershot Military Museum with special Napoleonic reenactments! Today, we’ll be joined by the 2nd Queen’s Regiment of Foot in full Napoleonic regalia, performing authentic drills and live firing demonstrations.

These exciting events are suitable for all ages, though please note that the demonstrations are noisy. Families, history enthusiasts, and school groups can enjoy a hands-on military history experience like no other.

Event Dates & Times

• 19th October 2025 – 1:00 PM

• 16th November 2025 – 2:00 PM

• 18th January 2026 – 2:00 PM

• 15th February 2026 – 2:00 PM

• 15th March 2026 – 2:00 PM

Demonstration Time: 2:00 PM (unless otherwise stated)

Admission & Details

• Admission: Normal museum entry fees apply

• Suitable for: All ages (noisy during firing drills)

• Location: Aldershot Military Museum

Come and witness live Napoleonic drills, see the 2nd Queen’s Regiment of Foot in action, and experience history brought vividly to life!

The Museum

The story of Aldershot Military Town and the civil towns of Aldershot, Farnborough and Cove. Housed in the only surviving brick-built barrack blocks left in Aldershot, the museum tells the story of daily life for both soldier and civilian since 1854.  The Museum is a great idea for children who are learning about WW2, there are worksheets that can be collected at the reception with different sheets for the different ages.

Other Museum activities

The Museum also offers a cafe and shop, and a timed assault course outside which can be used in dry weather.  The museum also runs regular activities such as boardgame clubs and in the holidays they also offer workshops such as gardening, History talks and crafts.