The Last Post Memorial Bar and The Don War Memorial museum & Hub
About This Museum
It's a startling truth that one of the North East's most poignant collections of military history is housed not in a sterile gallery, but within the warm, lived-in walls of a local pub. The space feels more like a community hub than a traditional museum, where the clink of glasses mingles with quiet reflection. You'll find yourself moving from the bar area, dense with framed photographs and letters, into more dedicated rooms filled with uniforms and equipment. It’s this seamless blend of the everyday and the historic that gives the place its unique, powerful atmosphere.
Collection Highlights
The exhibits are intensely personal; you're as likely to be captivated by a soldier's hastily scribbled letter home as by a formal uniform or medal. A significant portion is dedicated to 'The Don,' showcasing artifacts from the D-Day landings and other key campaigns. The collection doesn't feel curated from afar—it feels donated, lent, and cherished by the families who still live here.
Visitor Information
Entry is free, though donations are welcomed to help them continue their work. It's best to check their social media for opening hours as they can be fluid around event times. Since it's an active bar, you can comfortably enjoy a pint while you take in the history.
Architecture & Building
The building itself is an unassuming red-brick Victorian corner pub, the kind you'd walk past without a second glance. Inside, it’s all dark wood, classic pub mirrors, and cozy nooks that have been organically transformed into display cases.
Contact & Location
Address: Cranworth Street, Westbury Street Centre, Thornaby, Thornaby-on-Tees, Stockton-on-Tees, Tees Valley, England, TS17 6NW, United Kingdom
Phone: +44 7999 439064
