Volunteer Stories: Clearing the Ground Floor and Preparing for the Future
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Honouring the Past, Inspiring the Present.
Out with the Old - In with the New
The ground floor of the tower has been completely cleared ready for the installation of the new museum displays. A dedicated team has prepared and sent text for the panels to Vertigo Creative – the design company. The next stage involves their work on the design and printing.
The overall design comprises 17 storyboards telling the story of Loughborough’s involvement in WW1 illustrated with photographs and objects from the museum collection. Mannequins wearing contemporary uniforms will be part of the display. The installation will be completed by the end of March 2025 and it is hoped to announce a grand opening date in April.
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Remembrance Sunday 2024
As volunteers at the Loughborough Carillon Tower and War Memorial Museum, we are always heartened by the community’s dedication to remembering those
New opening times to be announced for Easter 2025
It is hoped that the museum will be open on Thursdays and Saturdays between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. from Easter until
Know About the War Memorial and Museum
Welcome to the Loughborough Carillon Tower and War Memorial Museum. Established as a memorial to those who lost their lives in the two world wars, the Carillon Tower is not only a place of remembrance but also a museum preserving local history. Located in the heart of Queen’s Park, the museum showcases a range of artefacts, documents, and exhibits that reflect the impact of the wars on Loughborough and its people. Managed by dedicated volunteers, it offers visitors a unique insight into the town’s heritage and its role in the global conflicts of the 20th century.
Recitals, Exhibits, Educational
Among the various objects and collections the Carillon Museum holds are those listed below. Click each one to see examples of the items that may be on display. Alternatively, the Museum Catalogue holds a complete list of all the items held by the museum and is searchable.
A collection of British medals and some medals awarded by foreign governments to British servicemen.
A collection of cap badges of British army regiments, many of whom no longer exist or are amalgamated.
A collection of fabric badges of British Army formation insignia, known as ‘patch badges’.
Handwritten letters sent from wartime postings abroad. Each letter includes an enlarged copy, a transcription, and contextual information.
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