Soldiering in Silver – free temporary exhibition

This new year, step into the sparkling space where courage, craftsmanship, and ceremony shine in silver. Soldiering in Silver celebrates The Gurkha Museum Trust’s stunning collection of regimental and commemorative silver.  Every piece displayed tells a story of loyalty, bravery, and brotherhood spanning more than 200 years of Gurkha service and sacrifice to Britain. 

From the 10th Gurkha Rifles’ silver hip flask marked by a First World War bullet hole to the majestic Assaye Elephant, and the Burma Rifles’ tobacco horn, this shimmering exhibition reveals the heart of Gurkha heritage through objects once carried, gifted, and cherished. 

This is a FREE exhibition, although donations to support this and future exhibitions would be most appreciated.  Join us in our second-floor gallery and admire the Gurkhas’ rare and historic silver collection. Discover more about the Museum’s redevelopment, known by its Nepali name Project Kaida or browse our museum shop.

Please check our website or telephone the Museum (01962 842832) to check if the exhibition is open.

Please note, unfortunately, the exhibition will be closed to the public on: 11th January, 15th January (afternoon only), 23rd January (afternoon only), 24th January (afternoon only), 25th January, 27th January. 

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Start Date: 26th November 2025

End Date: 21st February 2026

Time: 1000 hrs to 1600 hrs

Cost: 🎟️ FREE Entry

Venue:

The McDonald Gallery

The Gurkha Museum
Peninsula Barracks
Winchester, Hampshire
SO22 8TP
Operations@TheGurkhaMuseum.co.uk

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Phone: 01962 842832 (ext.5)

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