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VISIT SOFO MUSEUM
Everything you need to plan your day out
SOFO Museum first opened during the summer of 2014, tucked away in the beautiful gardens in the grounds of The Oxfordshire Museum and Woodstock Library, and just on the doorstep of Blenheim Palace.
More than a local military museum, SOFO is a museum that everyone can enjoy, from kids to parents, and to grandparents. We tell stories of how conflict has affected the county and its people, from soldiers serving on the front lines to ordinary people living on the Home Front.
On top of a range of ever-changing displays and events, our permanent exhibits explore topics that you’ll find surprising and moving in equal measure, such as raw accounts of the liberation of Bergen-Belsen from both camp survivors and Oxfordshire soldiers. Battles of the Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire Light Infantry puts you on-board a Horsa Glider as it prepares to land in Normandy in the early hours of D-Day 1944, while Secret Agents, Secret Armies explores the real world of spies and espionage through the lens of Ian Fleming and James Bond
SOFO holds a collection of over 3,500 objects and 7,500 archive items from two county regiments, the Queens Own Oxfordshire Hussars (QOOH) and the Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire Light Infantry. These are our starting point for reflecting on the county’s rich and diverse military heritage.
What people say about us
SOFO Museum is great day out, but don't just take our word for it...
Hidden Gem
"Hidden away in Woodstock but well worth a visit"
"Undiscovered gem"
"Cracking little museum"
Family Fun
“great for all the family!”
“grandchildren loved it”
“a brilliant place to take a family”
A Hit with History Buffs
“A must for local historians”
"crammed with interesting militaria"
“A refreshingly interesting military museum”
What's the best time to drop in?
Our Opening Times
Tuesday - Saturday: 11am - 5pm
Sundays: 2pm - 5pm.
(We don't 'do' Mondays!)
How long do you need to visit?
We recommend at least 1 hour to get the most from your visit
Last Admission: 4.15pm (everyday)
Changes to our normal opening times:
January 2025
Museum and galleries closed until 18 January 2025, while we install exciting new exhibitions and displays.
Autism Friendly Visits
For families with Special Educational Needs, including Autistic Spectrum Disorder, we can also open outside our regular hours. If you'd prefer to enjoy the Museum at a quieter time, without needing to worry about other visitors, and with many of the gallery sounds turned off, or our lighting dimmed. Explore our gallery spaces in peace, or get hands-on with our activities.
Please contact us for more information and to book. Children and young people under 18 go free; adults charged at standard admission rate.
Regular times for these visits can be arranged each week from 10am - 11am on Saturdays in term time, or Wednesdays and Fridays during school holidays.
Contact us at education@sofo.org.uk to book and for more details.
Download a Dimensions Autism Friendly Social Story guide to the museum here or a copy of our gallery map here.
Buying a ticket
Just drop in, or book tickets in advance - it's up to you!
Admission Prices
Adults: £8.00* | £7.00
Concessions £7.00* | £6.00 (seniors, students, armed forces)
Children (5-16yrs) £4.50* | £4.00
Under 5s: Free
Carers: Free
Family Tickets
1 Adult, 2 Children: £13.50* | £12.00
1 Adult, up to 4 Children: £15.50* | £14.00
2 Adults, up to 4 Children: £21.00* | £19.00
* Includes Gift Aid Donation. As a UK taxpayer, including a small donation with your admission fee enables us to claim an extra 25p for every pound you spend in tax relief.
Book Online
Book your admissions ahead of your visit via the TxGB Booking Portal
Friends' Membership
Becoming a Friend of the museum doesn't cost the world, and entitles you to a range of benefits - including free admission, a complimentary guidebook and a range of great discounts and offers!
Blenheim Annual Pass Offer
Free admission for visitors with a current and valid Blenheim Annual Pass.
Please bring your Annual and/or Privilege Passes with you to take advantage of the free admission offer.
Getting Here
We're tucked away in Woodstock at the bottom of The Oxfordshire Museum's beautiful gardens, on the doorstep of Blenheim Palace's Woodstock Gate.
Where We Are
Soldiers of Oxfordshire Museum, Park Street, Woodstock, OX20 1SN
Where to Park
Woodstock's free, Long Stay Car Park is on Hensington Road, a 10 minute walk from the museum.
Sat Nav: OX20 1JQ
Blue Badge spaces and Pay and Display (1 - 5 hour) spaces can be found right outside the museum on Park Street
Buses & Trains
Buses:
S3 and S7 from Oxford City Centre
S7 from Witney
Nearest Train Stations:
Long Hanborough (bus S7)
Oxford (bus S3 or S7)
More Useful Info
Get A Gallery Map
Accessibility Guide
Our Customer Commitment
Need to get in touch?
Give Us A Ring
01993 810 210
Drop Us An Email
frontofhouse@sofo.org.uk
Send A Letter
SOFO Office, Harrisons Lane, Woodstock, OX20 1SS
Welcome Guides
Translated Guides to SOFO Museum (PDF)
Useful Links
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