The Gurkha Museum

The Gurkha Museum in Winchester is the principal source of history for the Brigade of Gurkhas.

The Museum  tells the story of over 200 years of Gurkha service to the British Crown, beginning in 1814.

The visitor experience not only covers battles and campaigns, but the culture, religion and social structure of these brave warriors.

The Gurkha Museum has something to interest people of all ages and is suitable for a family outing. Beside tableaux, dioramas, showcases and panels, it has visual and voice descriptions of the history of Gurkha Regiments, recruiting of soldiers in Nepal as well as the culture of the Gurkha in his homeland.

There is also a display commemorating the winners of 26 Victoria Crosses.

The Friends of the Gurkha Museum aim to give support to the Museum in every possible way by offering voluntary assistance, by promoting events and by making financial grants for specific projects and acquisitions.

As a Friend you can enjoy as privileges:

• Free, unlimited, entry to exhibitions at Gurkha Museum
• Free admission to the Museum and anyone accompanying the
• Friend may be admitted at half the adult price
• Reduced payments when attending Lecture Lunches, of which there are usually three a year
• Annual subscription to the Friends magazine
• A discretionary 10% discount in the Museum’s shop
• Discounts and special offers on Museum Events.

Membership starts from as little as £15.00 and directly supports the work of the Museum.