Two of the finest Regimental Museums in Britain
Visit and See for Yourself
  Situated close to the City Centre and the heart of historic Winchester (click here for location), with its Great Hall and Cathedral, these excellent Museums record, chronologically, graphically and entertainingly, the history of The Light Infantry and The Royal Green Jackets (including the RGJ antecedent Regiments from 1741 to the present day). The history of The Rifles, formed on 1st February 2007 will also be reflected at the site.
 The Museums house an outstanding collection of modern and historic uniforms, weapons, silver, paintings and medals within two museums at the same site, including 34 of the Royal Green Jackets 59 Victoria Crosses. Amongst nine battle models there is a magnificent diorama of Waterloo, measuring 22' x 11' with 22,000 model soldiers and horses, plus an accompanying sound and light commentary. Popular visitor attractions include the opportunity to a fire a replica of the Baker Rifle on the electronic range - the British Army's first rifle issued circa 1800 and view a gold plated Machine Gun presented to General Sir Peter de la Billière after the first Gulf War.
In addition, the Museums cover the recent history of The Light Infantry (1968-2007) and Royal Green Jackets (1966 to 2007). They tell the story of their involvement in Northern Ireland, Berlin (including a piece of The Berlin Wall!), the wars in the Gulf and in the Balkans. Among the items on display is the Prisoner of War uniform worn by Sergeant 'Andy McNab' after his capture by the Iraqis in 1991.
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