NOTICE: The Museum will be closed on Tuesday 25 and Friday 28 August due to important electrical maintenance work taking place. We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience this may cause you. Our planned Activity Day will move from Tuesday to Thursday 27 August with tours, games, activity trails and access to snacks & drinks from the WVS wagon.

Registered Charity:

1096944

NOTICE: The Museum will be closed on Tuesday 25 and Friday 28 August due to important electrical maintenance work taking place. We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience this may cause you. Our planned Activity Day will move from Tuesday to Thursday 27 August with tours, games, activity trails and access to snacks & drinks from the WVS wagon.

The Staffordshire Regiment Museum invites you to delve into the rich history of soldiers from the county of Staffordshire, featuring the UK’s only outdoor interactive World War I trench system and over 10,000 items relating the history of the Staffordshire Regiment and all its antecedents from its formation in Lichfield in 1705.
Booking is not required to visit, but do please check our opening times below. We look forward to seeing you at the Museum!
Opening Hours:
  • Monday 10:00 - 16:00
  • Tuesday 10:00 - 16:00
  • Wednesday 10:00 - 16:00
  • Thursday 10:00 - 16:00
  • Friday 10:00 - 16:00
  • Saturday 10:00 - 16:00
  • Sunday 10:00 - 16:00
Admission Prices:
  • Adult £8.50
  • Child (3-16 Yrs) £5.50
  • Family (2 Adults + 1-4 Children) £30.00
  • Admission charges may be subject to variation for Events, Discovery Days, etc.. Please check the Event page for details.
  • Free admission available for Members of HM Armed Forces, Veterans, and Members of the Staffordshire and Mercian Regimental Association (on production of a valid identity card).
  • Cash and cards are all accepted.
  • We welcome and encourage Gift Aid donations. Registered charity number 1096944.
  • If you are a UK taxpayer, please Gift Aid your entrance fee to receive 12-months free re-entry.
  • Essential Companion tickets are free for carers presenting a valid Carer’s Card or proof of eligibility.
  • The Museum is included in the Max Card scheme: https://mymaxcard.co.uk/max_venues/staffordshire-regiment-museum/

Please note:

  • Last admission is at 15:00 hrs.
  • The museum is also open during Bank Holidays.
  • There are occasional closures to the Museum due to private hire and other circumstances. Please check the website or contact the museum before you make a visit.
Visit The Museum

Address

The Staffordshire Regiment Museum
DMS Whittington
Lichfield
Staffordshire
WS14 9PY

Group Visits

The Museum welcomes groups and can tailor tours to suit all tastes – from general interest to military enthusiasts – all are bound to be fascinated. We encourage groups to book in advance to ensure your visit is as enjoyable as possible. Please contact us to discuss.

Severe weather guidelines

During the winter season there are occasions when we need to limit, or alter, our opening times to the museum or to some of our outdoor exhibits. If you are contemplating a visit and snow, ice or strong winds are forecast, please  check with us before making the journey. The museum  is open to 4pm each day (last admission at 3pm).

Facilities
  • Research facilities
  • Souvenir Shop – the Museum provides a pay and post service where visitors can pay for items over the phone and receive via post.
  • Picnic area
  • Toilets (including accessible)
  • Baby Changing
  • Ample free parking
Dogs

Dogs are allowed on the museum site, but not inside the Museum. They must be kept on a lead at all times and please clean up after your dog.

Assistant dogs are welcome across all parts of the Museum site.

Museum Hire

The Museum building and outside exhibits are all available for hire. Please contact the Museum Director for further information.

The Staffordshire Regiment Museum features on www.worldmilitarymuseums.com where you can find other military history museums around the world.