Description
The German Occupation Museum is a privately owned history museum located near the airport in Forest, Guernsey. It is widely considered one of the best things to do with kids in Forest because it provides a vivid, immersive look at life under enemy rule during World War II. Families can explore authentic recreations of occupation-era streets, complete with shopfronts, vehicles, and thousands of genuine artifacts.
Prices for 2026 are straightforward and offer great value for a deep historical dive. Adult entry is £8.00, while Children are £4.00, and infants under 2 enter for free. The museum's smaller, intimate scale makes it much less overwhelming for families than larger national museums.
If you are looking for the best place for a day out with family and kids that offers an educational day out, this venue is essential. It features interactive exhibits, such as a walk-through street and a genuine prison cell, that help children understand history through storytelling rather than just reading text. It is a powerful way to bring the past to life for the next generation.
Features
- Paid
- Host birthday parties: No
Features
What makes the German Occupation Museum unique? This museum was founded by a local resident who began collecting items as a boy, giving the collection a deeply personal feel.
- Street Reconstructions: You don't just look at items; you walk through a life-sized street from the 1940s.
- Massive Collection: The museum houses an extensive array of weaponry, uniforms, and communications equipment.
- Personal Focus: Unlike standard military collections, it focuses heavily on the experiences of local people surviving under occupation.
Top Highlights for Families
- The Occupation Street: This is the heart of the museum and a favorite for families. Kids can look into the windows of a 1940s kitchen, a bakehouse, and a shop to see the meager rations people lived on, making the history feel very "real".
- The Prison Cell: A sobering recreation of a prison cell used during the occupation. It helps spark important conversations with older children about the bravery of the local resistance and the consequences of their actions.
- The Transport Gallery: This section is packed with original wartime vehicles and machinery. Children who love cars and history will find the military motorbikes and vintage equipment fascinating.
1.80 miles
