The Duke of Beaufort’s Regiment of Foot: The Battle of the Boyne

The Battle of the Boyne was an incredibly significant moment in British History as it marked the end of the Stewart rule,  consequently paving the way for the constitutional monarchy that still remains to this day. The battle, fought between  James II and William III in 1690 took place in

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what's on at the keep

Welcome to our new website!

We are thrilled to have launched our new Keep Military Museum website! Here you can find updates about new exhibitions, events, volunteering opportunities and more. We are also launching our brand new blog, which will feature bi-weekly updates about newly donated items, happenings at the museum, and guest blog posts

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Discover Your Military Objects at The Keep Museum

The Keep Military Museum in Dorchester has launched a new service, based on the principles of the BBC’s Antiques Roadshow.  The Director, Elliot Metcalfe is inviting people to bring military artefacts and papers to the Museum, where they can be examined and – he hopes – explained. The first opportunity

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