Special Event

Bletchley Park's 1940s Weekend

27 - 28 September 2025
9.00-17.00
Included in general admission

Experience the sights, sounds, and spirit of the 1940s at Bletchley Park’s 1940s Weekend! Lots to do for all ages.

Visit Bletchley Park on 27 and 28 September for a fantastic and fabulous 1940s Weekend!

There is a packed schedule of entertainment throughout the weekend, with live music, dancing, activities for families and demonstrations.

  • Learn how to swing dance and then try out your new steps to boogie to vintage tunes performed by live bands and singers.

  • Sing along to timeless melodies that helped keep spirits lifted during tough times.

  • Try your hand at breaking coded messages.

  • Browse and buy unique 1940s-inspired treasures, including clothing, accessories, and memorabilia.

  • Meet characters from World War Two, both military and civilian, brought to life by reenactors in vintage dress.

  • Come as you are, or put in your victory rolls and don your best 1940s’ attire – everyone welcome!

All the exhibitions are open as usual for you to explore how the Codebreakers at Bletchley Park played a vital role in WW2. Walk in their footsteps through refurbished original wartime buildings and hear their stories in their own words. Explore interactive exhibits to reveal what life was like at Bletchley Park and discover the impact the intelligence produced had on the conflict.

So, dust off your dancing shoes or grab a deck chair. Make it a weekend to remember for the whole family!

This listing is supplied by one of our museum partners and is not moderated by Art Fund.

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Visitor information

Address

Bletchley Park

The Mansion, Bletchley Park, Sherwood Drive, Bletchley, Buckinghamshire, MK3 6EB
01908 640404

Opening times

March-October:
9.30am – 5pm

November-February:
9.30am – 4pm

Closed 24 – 26 December

National Art Pass holders can purchase tickets at Admissions

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