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We'll Meet Again: WW2 Museum: Freiston

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The "We'll Meet Again: WW2 Homefront Museum" in Freiston Shore, near Boston, Lincolnshire, is a living museum dedicated to the history of World War II and specifically sheds light on life on the home front. It was founded with the aim of engaging people of all ages with the topic through an extensive collection of memorabilia and interactive exhibitions.

History and Significance

Originally designed as a mobile museum that visited schools to educate about life in Britain during World War II, the museum opened its permanent location in 2017. Since then, it has become a significant educational institution attracting both local and international visitors. The museum was awarded the TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Award 2024 and is among the top 10% of attractions worldwide.

Collections and Exhibitions

The museum houses an impressive collection of artifacts from World War II, including:

Everyday items: Original products and packaging from the war period that illustrate the daily life of the civilian population.

Military equipment: Exhibits documenting the life and challenges of soldiers on the front lines.

Interactive experiences: A virtual flight simulator that gives visitors the opportunity to experience flying in a Lancaster bomber.

Blitz Experience: A reenactment of an air raid that gives visitors a realistic impression of the bombing raids on Britain.

Educational Offerings and Events

The museum offers various programs and events, including:

Workshops and lectures: Regular events focusing on different aspects of World War II.

Special exhibitions: Rotating exhibitions highlighting different themes and perspectives of the wartime era.

Café: The "Ration Book Café" provides visitors with the opportunity to dine and relax in an authentic 1940s setting.

Conclusion

The "We'll Meet Again: WW2 Homefront Museum" offers a deep and interactive insight into life during World War II and is a valuable place for education and remembrance. It allows visitors to experience and understand the challenges and daily life of the war years up close.

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We'll Meet Again Museum, Shore Rd
Freiston Shore
PE22 0LY Boston

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Reviews

262 Reviews

Simon Cooke
01.02.2025

The whole place was immaculate, the staff and volunteers were kind, helpful, informative, we had a great time. The flight simulator is was just fantastic.
Dave Bedford
01.02.2025

Much bigger and better than we expected, the best collection of ww2 artifacts we've seen, plenty of knowledgeable, helpful staff too.
Uzbekisean
06.01.2025

Mannequins freak me out
Olga Cicha
16.11.2024

Príjemné múzeum v hangári , ochotný a milý personál od úplného začiatku. Kaviareň aj s ponukou koláčikov a chutnou kávou. Vstupné veľmi prijateľné dospelý 7 libier, dieťa 5 libier ale za malého syna (4) som neplatila. Pekná zbierka vecí. Najviac sa mi páčili staré gramofóny , nemecká pištoľ a policajná stanica a dozvedela som sa o britskej speváčke Vera Lynn, podporovateľke múzea. Určite sa raz vrátime. Alebo... We'll meet again
DERRICK WILLIAMS
03.11.2024

Fly the virtually reality so life like we'll worth £45 .and so many things too look at booking the V.R FLIGHT BEST TIME
Janet Pawley
19.10.2024

Excellent exhibition. Knowledgeable friendly staff, nice cafe.
William Brown
13.10.2024

Went down today with family while on holiday and can say it was very interesting and informative and got to hold some of the weapons
Dave Boyer
08.10.2024

Really great home front museum featuring WW1 and WW2 and a Lancaster VR goggle flight sim
Rob Mac
07.10.2024

Excellent Museum, small, but filled with really interesting stuff. The staff are friendly, informative and very helpful. There are no concessions but the entrance fee is very reasonable. Clean toilets and cosy cafe. A must for any WW2 enthusiast, or anyone actually. I thoroughly recommend a visit! Robin McEwen Evesham
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20.09.2024

Amazing. I thought it would be a quick pop in to look at some artifacts how wrong l was .... the owner Paul and his team were so informative and very passionate about the museum. There are hundreds and hundreds of items, l won't tell you too much, you really should go and visit, it's only £7 admission £5 for children. It brought back so many childhood memories, my dad was in the home guard, l actually cried when l saw the home guard uniform .. l just saw him in it, Paul was lovely he spent time with us, what an amazing man. We will return. Fabulous place!
Andy Toes
26.08.2024

Visited the We'll Meet Again: WW2 Museum this afternoon. Met by very friendly staff who found somewhere for us to park our bikes. This historic gem is well worth the £7 adult entry fee with the dedication and knowledge of Paul & the team of volunteers clear to see. The attention to detail of the exhibits is amazing. A trip to the Ration Book Cafe for an excellent toasted ham & tomato sandwich, accompanied by a hot chocolate, is also a must, thank you Linda.
Anthony Lound
18.08.2024

Absolute fantastic place to visit and politeist staff you will ever come across. All willing to explain ( volunteers ) and the guvnor a very nice man . Never saw a speck of dust. 10 / 10 will def visit again thank you all
Bridie Williamson
16.08.2024

We had a lovely afternoon looking at att the many interesting things on display. I thought it was just the front building but was amazed that there was other buildings to go in at the back including a lovely cafe. The plane and other vehicles were amazing. The walkways were wonderful. The police station was fantastic. Finally the volunteers and owner were so helpful. If you haven't been -go. It's such a lovely place to visit.
Zuleika Hales
09.08.2024

Absolutely wonderful museum. My son had a VR Lancaster experience which was exceptional. Hats off to the young lads (cadets I think) that were in the VR room, taking the time with the children and explaining everything. Lovely young lads and fantastic with our 4 year old. We will definitely be back x
Karen Phillips
27.07.2024

Spent a lovely and informative day at this museum. Very friendly and helpful staff. Definitely worth a visit.
Nicola Shipston
26.07.2024

Wonderful museum that deserves more recognition and support. Delightful, knowledgeable guides on hand at every point. Don't miss the sea bank defences!
Nick Grace
14.07.2024

Excellent museum WELL worth a visit. Lovely exhibits that commemorate the war years for those who fought and those who stayed at home. A much more vivid experience than many museums which only concentrate on the horrors of war, the We’ll Meet Again concept is both uplifting and inspiring. Very knowledgeable staff on hand to answer any questions. Superb value for money worth every penny of the £7 entrance fee. 10/10
Lesley Wellings
13.07.2024

Fantastic museum to visit VR Experience is well worth doing.
Trev Mitchell
07.07.2024

Well laid out museum, very clean and stocked with memorabilia from WW2. Paul and his crew of volunteers are very professional and knowledgeable about the items on display and are more than happy to answer any questions you have. The ladies in the on site cafe are lovely and the ham and cheese toastie is almost as good as the cheese and ham toastie lol. All in all well worth a visit, if you haven't been I thoroughly recommend you do. Well done everyone.
LINDA BUTLER
29.06.2024

Love this place. So much care and detail put in to every days work despite the hardship which has befalken them .Would recommend to all.
keith day
29.06.2024

A great little Museum. Very friendly staff. Lots of history laid out to see and read. The kids enjoyed it and had Q&A for the staff. A huge thanks to the boss for the experience you gave my son with the jeep. Good parking and a great cafe.
Sharon Glasby
23.06.2024

Bought the simulator experience for hubby, he was absolutely amazed, said he'll never forget it! He actually thought he was tilting the plane and landing was amazing thankyou for an incredible day! The site is spotless . The staff are amazing,friendly,helpful,anknowledgeable.we highly recommend you visit. Well worth the money. We shall be revisiting,
Ivor Stead
19.06.2024

Fantastic museum, set in the vicinity of the old WW2 gun emplacements at freiston Shore. A very warm and friendly welcome was afforded upon arrival. Plenty to see and marvel at. The little cafe was a real pleasure with extremely reasonable prices and again, the staff were most obliging. Highly recommend.
Doran Hames
15.06.2024

Wonderful day, had lunch in the cafe. Amazing exhibition and will be visiting again taking other members of our family.
james harry Wakefield
14.06.2024

Absolutely brilliant flew a Lancaster took off and landed on VR really great museum was vary good also and you have a choice of 30 minutes or an hour as well as either Lancaster or mosquito
yvonne bryant
14.06.2024

I’ve just had the most amazing experience on the Lancaster bomber simulator. I had heard how wonderful it was but experiencing it for myself far exceeded what I was expecting. Darren talked me through the whole process and made sure I landed safely!!! I can’t wait to do it again . For those who have not been the museum itself is a truly wonderful one staffed by people who really care about making sure your visit is a good one regardless of how many times you’ve been. The rations cafe is not to be missed also .
Chris bonsor
03.06.2024

It was a privilege to be allowed to see this wonderful private collection and small cost of admission is well worth it
Ian Moore
01.06.2024

Been to day very intresting the staff are helpfull and willing to answer questions. Possibly will return. Thanks.
fiona norton
27.05.2024

Brilliant day out, lovely friendly staff . Very good value. The Ration Cafe good food at great prices. And they can do gluten free no problem
Spen Crowson
27.05.2024

A fantastic little museum, the staff are very welcoming and knowledgeable, a perfect place for young and old. Nice cafe too.
TOMO
25.05.2024

Lovely setting well set out great information giving on items on show in museum and the Lancaster vr flight was brilliant many thanks for a great day
Phil Harrison
23.05.2024

Very friendly and helpful staff, if you had a question about an exhibit, or any problem at all, they would soon help you out. The Lancaster Bomber experience was outstanding, nearest thing to actually flying. I have Parkinson's but they (staff) were there to help me into the cockpit, to make my dream come true. There were no restrictions to mobility that I encountered throughout the museum, and I was in a wheelchair for most of the time. Well worth a visit if you are interested, or want to learn about World War 2.
John Gresham
15.05.2024

Just visited the museum and flight simulator .The simulator far exceeded my expectations I found the experience totally absorbing The museum was very interesting, the staff were helpful and very knowledgeable I would certainly recommend it and a big thank you to Paul , Linda And all of the volunteers
Liga Sarova
12.05.2024

Very lovely staff. Good place to get educated

 

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