Wartime Britain
See a real Anderson Shelter and walk through the trenches to
displays of genuine militaria
displays of genuine militaria
WARTIME BRITAIN
Take a thought provoking journey through life during wartime. From The Battle of Waterloo to World War I, II and the Gulf War.
Hear the sirens of an air raid and see a genuine Anderson Shelter. Enter the fully immersive WWI trench and discover the daily life of British soldiers in the trenches.
Discover the Militaria displays of uniforms, photos, equipment, packaging, signs, ration tins and gallantry medals.
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WARTIME BRITAIN
Take a thought provoking journey through life during wartime. From The Battle of Waterloo to World War I, II and the Gulf War.
Hear the sirens of an air raid and see a genuine Anderson Shelter. Enter the fully immersive WWI trench and discover the daily life of British soldiers in the trenches.
Discover the Militaria displays of uniforms, photos, equipment, packaging, signs, ration tins and gallantry medals.
Download our Guide
Explore More
WARTIME BRITAIN GALLERY
ANDERSON SHELTERS
Over 2 million Anderson Shelters were actually manufactured, erected and used during WWII.
Sadly, very few Anderson Bomb Shelters have survived since the Second World War.
We are very proud to own an original Anderson Bomb Shelter, from World War II. We display this rare piece of history with a great deal of respect.
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Plan Your Visit
Bygones is a popular attraction for visitors to Torquay, we are delighted to be family and dog friendly
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Be sure to look out for…
- The playing cards concealing a secret escape map of Antwerp
- Soldiers Ration Packs, still with their original contents
- The coloured display of medals
- A Christmas Box issued to troops by the King George V in 1915, with original contents
