DISCOVER BRITAIN'S WARTIME HISTORY
Take the whole family on a journey through the past at Eden Camp Modern History Museum. Explore immersive exhibits, uncover incredible stories and discover what life was really like during World War II.
A JOURNEY THROUGH WARTIME BRITAIN
Behind the wire of a real prisoner of war camp, the 1940s are still waiting. Built in 1942 on farmland outside Malton, it first held Italian captives, then German prisoners.
Today it is an immersive museum in the heart of North Yorkshire, where you can step inside 22 original POW huts and discover authentic exhibits, living history and the sights, sounds and stories of wartime Britain. With interactive experiences and plenty for all ages, it makes a memorable family day out.
Who lived here, and what did they leave behind?
Start your journey
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Plan Your Visit
Your journey into wartime Britain starts here. Find opening times, tickets, parking and food and drink, then explore a camp built in 1942, with the original POW huts still standing where they were.
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Explore Eden Camp Modern History Museum
Hear it. See it. Walk right through it. Eden Camp puts you inside the war, one hut at a time.
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Upcoming Events
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Eden Camp Modern History Museum: Walk Through Wartime Britain
- 23rd Mar - 13th Nov 2026
- 10am - 5pm
Walk through 21 original wartime huts at Eden Camp, a WW2 museum in a former POW camp in Malton, North Yorkshire. Book online and save. Open 7 days a week -
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October Half Term - Spy Week
- 24th Oct - 1st Nov 2026
- Eden Camp
Get ready for a top-secret adventure at Eden Camp this October half term, from 24 October to 1 November!
Calling all budding spies, super sleuths and aspiring detectives! Explore the museum, uncover hidden clues, investigate evidence and put your detective skills to the test with a week packed full of mystery, espionage and family fun.
Accreditations and memberships
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We’re a proud Member of AIM! (ASSOCIATION OF INDEPENDENT MUSEUMS)
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Proudly supporting Kids In Museums Manifesto!
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Proud to be a learning destination for the Children’s University
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Proud to support AGTO providing services for group travel
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Visit North Yorkshire
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Visit Malton
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