Armourgeddon Military Museum

Tanks, guns, and enough military hardware to make your jaw drop - that's Armourgeddon, a proper working museum dedicated to armoured fighting vehicles and weapons. You're looking at a collection that spans everything from Second World War tanks to Cold War era machines, all displayed across extensive grounds just outside Leicester. The museum lets you get up close to vehicles most people only see in history books, and if you time it right, you'll catch live demonstrations that actually get these beasts moving.

It's unmissable for military history enthusiasts and anyone who gets excited by heavy machinery. Kids tend to find it engaging rather than tedious - there's something about a real tank that photographs don't capture. Allow a good three to four hours if you want to do it properly; rushing through defeats the purpose. The museum sits well within reach of several caravan sites scattered across Northamptonshire - Brook Meadow and Valley View Escapes are both roughly two to three miles away, making it straightforward to combine with a wider park holiday in the area.

Visit on a quieter weekday if possible, particularly if you're taking younger visitors who need space to move around. The grounds can get congested on weekends, and the outdoor layout means weather matters - come prepared for mud after rain. Check ahead for opening times and admission costs, as these can shift seasonally. It's not flashy or Instagram-friendly, but if military hardware genuinely interests you, it delivers the goods without pretence.