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Aldershot (/ ˈ ɔː l d ər ʃ ɒ t / AWL-dər-shot) is a town in the Rushmoor district, Hampshire, England. It lies on heathland in the extreme north-east corner of the county, 31 mi (50 km) south-west of London.
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Aldershot is world-famous as the home of the British Army and offers a fascinating insight into military history as well as extensive barracks for today's soldiers. Its history is well-documented at various local museums. Find out more about Aldershot and things to do.
- Stephen A. 1 contribution. Great half-term kids' learners course. I booked my teenage daughter in for two days of lessons: a beginners' day and an intermediates' day.
- Happiness26963. 5 contributions. Good , enjoyable visit. Enjoyed our visit. Staff were super. Assault course for the kids was fun: good and informative displays etc, especially the guns and helmets.
- Helen C. Farnborough, UK10 contributions. Fascinating small museum, well worth a visit! We live locally and had been meaning to visit for years! The museum is located in a military base, therefore there are barriers and security to get through, which might be a little off putting at first.
- Ryan. 1 contribution. Pretty good for the money. I've been here about 4 times, Great Big Pool, which is always great. It's good to come here with friends and family.
Probably best known as the home of the British Army, the town of Aldershot in North Hampshire offers a fascinating insight into military history as well as extensive barracks for today's soldiers.
Aldershot's most famous landmark, a huge statue of Arthur Wellesley, Duke of Wellington, two-term prime minister and hero of the Battle of Waterloo, sitting astride his ever trusty steed Copenhagen. The statue was originally commissioned to stand atop the Wellington Arch on London's Hyde Park Corner, but was grossly out of proportion for this ...
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About. Known as The Home of the British Army, Aldershot has been one of the most important military towns in the UK since 1854. It's not surprising then, that Aldershot boasts one of the best military museums outside of London - Aldershot Military Museum, with new kid-friendly interactive attractions such as a tank driving simulator.
