VisitWiltshire Visitor Guide 2024

The story
of military
communications,
from semaphore
to cyber.
REME Museum
Hands-on Heritage
Vehicles, aircraft and the armed forces
Embark on a nostalgic journey through time
at the Atwell-Wilson Motor Museum in Calne,
where the allure of iconic cars from yesteryear
awaits your touch. This hands-on experience
offers a captivating glimpse into motoring history,
featuring automobiles dating back to 1910,
along with motorcycles, mopeds, bicycles, and a
meticulously reconstructed 1930s-style garage.
The museum also houses a diverse collection,
including model lorries and a treasure trove of
motoring memorabilia.
Delve into the rich tapestry of Britain’s armed forces at various
museums across Wiltshire, each meticulously chronicling the
endeavours and ingenuity of different corps and regiments.
In the heart of Salisbury’s Cathedral Close, The Rifles Berkshire
& Wiltshire Museum unfolds the heroic saga of local infantry
regiments from 1748 to the present day. This immersive
experience goes beyond captivating photographs to showcase
documents, medals, uniforms, weaponry, and even a cannonball
from the American War of Independence.
Discover the evolution of battlefield communications at the
Royal Signals Museum near Blandford Forum. Journey from
the introduction of the telegraph during the Crimean War to the
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