To mark the museum's temporary exhibition, 'Rations & Cookers - 200 Years of Food in the Army, there will be food-related family activities in the museum over February half term.
Under 16s have free admission to the museum.
February Half Term: Fusilier Food Fun!
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February Half Term: Fusilier Food Fun!
Family fun activities based around the theme of food in the army. Suitable for 5 - 11 year olds.
Talks: Rations & Cookers - 200 Years of Food in the Army
Three fascinating talks on food and the army, including Paul Colbourne on Feeding the British Army during 1914-15. Light refreshments are included.
Talk: Manna From Heaven - How the Airbourne Division Fed the Troops in WW2
Expert Tony Bray will explore the remarkable role of the airborne glider pilot division in their logistical support of military provisions during WW2.
Easter Holidays: Fusilier Food Fun!
Family fun activities based around the theme of food in the army. Suitable for 5 - 11 year olds.
Talks, Day Event: VE80 - The Royal Warwickshire Regiment & the End of War in Europe
A special catered day event at Warwick Courthouse to commemorate VE80. Four expert speakers will vividly explore the final stages of the Second World War and the role played by the Royal Warwickshire Regiment.
Whitsun Holidays: VE80 Family Fun
To commemorate VE80, there will be special family activities in the museum including mask and flag making
Talks: The Royal Warwickshire Regiment & D-Day
To mark the D Day anniversary on 6th June, two speakers will explore aspects of the Normandy landings and the part played by the 2nd Battalion of the Royal Warwickshire Regiment.
Talks: VJ80 - Forgotten Generals & Soldiers of the Far East Campaigns
Two talks exploring the forgotten stories of Generals and Royal Warwickshire soldiers in the Far East campaigns of WW2.
Talk: Football and the First World War - the Impact on Local Teams
Sports historian Douglas Smith MBE explores the remarkable stories of WW1 soldiers who played football for Birmingham City, Aston Villa, West Bromwich Albion, Wolves and Moor Green/Solihull Moors.
Talk: Football in the Dardanelles; its role in the Gallipoli Campaign of 1915
The talk studies the impact of football as a vehicle for morale/fitness/esprit de corps during the Gallipoli Campaign.
Talk: How Football Fouled the Christmas Truce of 1914
Historian Taff Gillingham peels away the layers of myth & reality around WW1 football & the Christmas Truce.