Highlights of the National Army Museum: BSL Tour

Created by National Army Museum

Discover some of the Museum’s most remarkable exhibits on this British Sign Language (BSL) tour with expert guide Edward

From the slashed portrait of Oliver Cromwell and the skeleton of Marengo, Napoleon’s favourite horse, to the robes worn by Lawrence of Arabia during the First World War, Edward Richards will introduce you to some of the most compelling objects in our galleries.

Spanning more than 350 years, from the British Civil Wars to the conflicts of the modern day, the tour will reveal the historical significance of these items while exploring the human stories behind them.

Whether you’re visiting the Museum for the first time or looking for an introduction to its collections, this tour offers an accessible overview of some of the most fascinating objects currently on display.

About the guide

Edward Richards has been delivering BSL tours in museums and galleries since 2002, including Tate Modern and the Design Museum.

Event details

When: Sat 14 Nov 2026, 11:00 am

Format: In-person

Venue:
National Army Museum
Royal Hospital Road
London
SW3 4HT
England

Cost: £2,£5 or £10 - Pay what you can

Access & inclusion

Event languages

  • British Sign Language (BSL)

Access features

  • Wheelchair access

More access info

We have toilets on every floor, and disabled access toilets on the ground and lower ground floor. We also have a Changing Places facility on the ground floor.

There is lift access to every floor of the museum, from two centrally located lifts. Stairs are also available.

Induction loops are provided in all public areas of the museum such as the Welcome Desk, the Templer Study Centre and the Foyle Centre. In addition, when audio is used in the galleries, an induction loop will be available. You will need to switch your hearing aid to the 'T' position.

Organiser

National Army Museum

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