Second World War Walk
Thu 20 Aug · 15:00
Buscot and Coleshill Estates
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A Second World War Walk takes place at Buscot and Coleshill Estates in Swindon on 7 August 2026. The event focuses on Coleshill House's role as the top-secret headquarters of the Auxiliary Units. Tickets are free.
Coleshill House was the top-secret headquarters of the Auxiliary Units, a secret army that was designed to wreak havoc behind enemy lines had Britain been invaded during the Second World War. Discover the detailed history of their training and visit some of the remaining Second World War features around the village, including the Guard House, the site of Coleshill House and our replica underground bunker.
Guided Second World War Walks take place from March to November. Meet in the car park, in front of the Granary.
£9 per adult, £4.50 per child.
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Frequently asked questions
Second World War Walk takes place on Thursday, 20 August 2026 at 15:00. The event runs until Wednesday, 11 November 2026.
Second World War Walk is held at Buscot and Coleshill Estates in Swindon (Coleshill, near Swindon, Wiltshire).
Entry to Second World War Walk is free.
Tickets for Second World War Walk can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Second World War Walk
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A Second World War Walk takes place at Buscot and Coleshill Estates in Swindon on 7 August 2026. The event focuses on Coleshill House's role as the top-secret headquarters of the Auxiliary Units. Tickets are free.
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Organiser’s full description
Coleshill House was the top-secret headquarters of the Auxiliary Units, a secret army that was designed to wreak havoc behind enemy lines had Britain been invaded during the Second World War. Discover the detailed history of their training and visit some of the remaining Second World War features around the village, including the Guard House, the site of Coleshill House and our replica underground bunker.
Guided Second World War Walks take place from March to November. Meet in the car park, in front of the Granary.
£9 per adult, £4.50 per child.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Second World War Walk?
Second World War Walk takes place on Thursday, 20 August 2026 at 15:00. The event runs until Wednesday, 11 November 2026.
Where is Second World War Walk taking place?
Second World War Walk is held at Buscot and Coleshill Estates in Swindon (Coleshill, near Swindon, Wiltshire).
How much are tickets for Second World War Walk?
Entry to Second World War Walk is free.
How do I get tickets for Second World War Walk?
Tickets for Second World War Walk can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Price
Free Entry
Date
Until Wednesday, 11 November 2026
Time
Weather
feels like 18°C · chance of rain 71% · wind 21 km/h
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