Museum of Military Medicine

The Museum of Military Medicine occupies a Victorian-era brick building in Aldershot and displays extensive collections of medical equipment and supplies used by military personnel. The galleries contain surgical instruments, uniforms, and objects that document how medical care was provided in military settings.

The museum was established in 1982 to preserve the medical history of military forces since the 1800s. It documents how treatment methods and medical techniques changed and improved through conflicts and peacetime periods.

The exhibits show how medical staff worked in military camps and what tools they used for patient care. Visitors can see how soldiers experienced treatment and healing across different time periods and conflicts.

The museum is open Thursday through Sunday and a visit typically takes one to two hours to see the main exhibits. The building is easy to navigate and the displays are clearly labeled for visitors to follow.

A gallery inside honors Samuel Franklin Cody, who made Britain's first powered flight in 1908 while stationed in the area. This connection between aviation and military medicine shows how innovation shaped the army's evolving role.

Location: Aldershot

Inception: 1982

Official opening: 1982

Address: Keogh Barracks, Ash Vale, Aldershot GU12 5RQ

Website: http://ams-museum.org.uk

GPS coordinates: 51.28100,-0.71300

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:24