The Royal Lancers and Nottinghamshire Yeomanry Museum facts for kids
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| Established | 2011 |
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| Type | Military Museum |
The Royal Lancers & Nottinghamshire Yeomanry Museum is a special place that tells the story of three famous cavalry regiments. These groups of soldiers on horseback were called the Royal Lancers, the Sherwood Rangers Yeomanry, and the South Nottinghamshire Hussars. You can find this museum at Thoresby Hall in Nottinghamshire, England.
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Museum History
How the Museum Started
The museum's collection began at Belvoir Castle in 1964. It was first known as the Queen's Royal Lancers Regimental Museum. After many years, the museum needed a new home.
Moving to Thoresby Hall
In October 2007, the museum's leaders looked for a new location. They found a great spot at Thoresby Hall. The Stonebridge Trust, which manages the courtyard there, offered a long-term agreement for the museum. With help from the Heritage Lottery Fund, the museum moved. Princess Alexandra officially opened the new museum at Thoresby Hall in July 2011.
Important Items Lost
In November 2023, some very valuable silver military antiques were taken from the museum. These items were priceless and held great historical importance. One of the items was a unique silver dish. It was said to be very similar to the trophy given to the winner of the Wimbledon women's singles tennis tournament.
What You Can See
Regiment Stories
The museum's collection focuses on the important roles these local regiments played in wars. It covers over 300 years of history. You can learn about their bravery and what life was like for soldiers.
Famous Bugle
A very special item in the museum is a bugle. This bugle was used during the famous charge of the Light Brigade. This event happened during the Crimean War. It is a powerful reminder of a key moment in history.
