The Lion & Tusk - Museum of the Rhodesian Services Association
The Lion & Tusk - Museum of the Rhodesian Services Association
The Lion & Tusk - Museum of the Rhodesian Services Association
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Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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A unique record of the military history of Rhodesia (now called Zimbabwe) from 1890 to 1980. Displays include and Alouette III helicopter, medals, badges, weapons, uniforms, equipment, shop, souvenirs, library and Memorial Garden. Personal service for every visitor. PLEASE NOTE: We are closed on Public Holidays as well as 24 and 31 December 2023.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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Matt
Hawke's Bay Region, New Zealand1 contribution
Jul 2023 • Friends
Had been meaning to rock up and have a gander for quite some time. Finally had the excuse to do so to have a medal authenticated. I found the museum and its staff to be fantastic, the displays and info found within go well beyond the scope of the Bush War but also push into Rhodesia's involvement in world affairs going back to the Boer Wars, as well as the success' of their national rugby team. The displays are second to none, and the stories of how the Rolls of Honour made it to where they are now are an absolute treat.
Cannot recommend enough.
Cannot recommend enough.
Written 16 July 2023
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Many thanks for visiting The Lion and Tusk Museum and leaving this great review. It was good to meet you and be able to give you some information on your medal and answer your other questions. All the best and we hope that we see you again some time in the future.
Written 16 July 2023
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Bunny B
1 contribution
May 2024 • Solo
To all Rhodesians. Still resident or not.
This Museum is run by the most professional team on the planet.
In particular Hugh Bomford.
Hugh has been able to sort out recognition of my Rhodesian Military service.
In short.
The website is well worth a visit , and, if I am ever so fortunate , a physical visit will be essential.
Once again thank you for your prompt help.
This Museum is run by the most professional team on the planet.
In particular Hugh Bomford.
Hugh has been able to sort out recognition of my Rhodesian Military service.
In short.
The website is well worth a visit , and, if I am ever so fortunate , a physical visit will be essential.
Once again thank you for your prompt help.
Written 11 June 2024
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Many thanks for leaving this great review. So happy that we could help you. Take care
Written 8 February 2025
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Dreamer15334129916
2 contributions
Feb 2024 • Family
My wife and I visited the Lion and Tusk Museum on Saturday morning and we are Sooo pleased we did. The place is jam packed with amazing displays, even an Aloette gunship Helicopter, with original guns mounted. We were enthralled by the Videos that displayed the reality of bush war. The displays are TOP shelf. We were welcomed and made to feel comfortable.
HIGHLY recommended
HIGHLY recommended
Written 3 March 2024
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Many thanks for posting this review following your visit. Safe travels and we hope to see you again one day.
Written 1 April 2024
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Belinda-Jane T
Collie, Australia11 contributions
Sept 2022
We are members of the Lion and Tusk Museum and both my husband and myself have lived in Rhodesia and served in the armed forces there.
We have ordered a camouflage Jerkin for my husband and we are so overjoyed with the excellent make of this piece of clothing and all the items we have received over the years from this group. We would love to be able to visit one day before we are too old to travel.
We have ordered a camouflage Jerkin for my husband and we are so overjoyed with the excellent make of this piece of clothing and all the items we have received over the years from this group. We would love to be able to visit one day before we are too old to travel.
Written 6 September 2022
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Thanks for your support. We also hope that you can come and visit. Take care.
Written 28 January 2023
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Eddy
1 contribution
Dec 2022 • Solo
I had a greaght day at the Lion and Tusk Museum. And It was a. Amazing experience! Spent a good Part of my visit talking to Mr Hugh Bomford picking his brains! I will most defanatly good back again and I recommend it to every one! It was a day well spent and also got some amazing souvenirs. Thanks to every one from the museum you guys are doing an amazing job and the exhibits are amazing!
Written 9 December 2022
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Thanks for visiting and then leaving this great review. Happy that we could help you. All the best for 2023.
Written 28 January 2023
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wellybonds
Wellington, New Zealand3 contributions
Jun 2020
A trip down memory lane and so worth a visit. We drove especially from Wellington to Tauranga to view this museum as we had heard rave reviews. Well done to all who have set this up and remembered brave men. It was well worth the visit and the information.
Maureen and Laurie Bond
Maureen and Laurie Bond
Written 13 June 2020
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Thank you for making a special trip to visit us and taking the time to do this review. Your support is much appreciated
Written 8 August 2020
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Ken Johnstone
1 contribution
Sept 2020
Recently visited the Lion and Tusk Museum in Tauranga. It is a most impressive display of Rhodesiana Military Memorabilia with a couple of special displays highlighting Kiwis who served in the Rhodesian Army. The Museum is manned by knowledgeable volunteers who are available to answer any questions. A must visit for all residents and visitors to Tauranga. To get the most benefit spend a couple of hours enjoying the displays and browsing the extensive library.
Written 25 September 2020
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Thank you for visiting The Lion and Tusk Museum and taking the time to leave this review. We are pleased that you enjoyed your visit and hope to see you again.
Written 1 October 2020
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huffer345
2 contributions
Nov 2023 • Solo
Amazing experience. I cannot express fully my respect for the personal time that Hugh Bomford and his co workers have given in keeping our historical records in one place .This a Must Visit place for anyone with links or association with Rhodesia /Zimbabwe . Or just an interest in the region. What an oasis in a desert .Many thanks to Hugh for the time you spent in explaining the various displays .All ln all I spent around 5 hours ,the hours flew by .Thanks once again to Hugh and the team .Cheers Colin Huffer . Ps if you can , please become a financial member and help keep this museum alive .
Written 17 November 2023
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Thanks for posting this review Colin. It was good to meet you after all these years. Safe travels and hope to see you back soon.
Written 18 November 2023
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Horrid G
Greytown, New Zealand55 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
Cool museum covering a period of Zimbabwean history before the current period. Tastefully done managing to cover both sides of the story. Very informative guide willing to answer questions. Not for the blinkered who want to remove history that may be unpleasant to them.
Written 4 March 2023
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Many thanks for visiting and then taking the time to write this review. We are glad that you enjoyed your visit and we hope that you can come back again one day. All the best
Written 3 April 2023
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Mark Jones
Waihi Beach, New Zealand1 contribution
Jan 2020
As a former Rhodie, I was amazed at the incredible collection of Rhodesian memorabilia. I doubt whether there is a collection like it anywhere else in the world. It tells the story of Rhodesia from settlement in the 19th century until the end of the dream in 1981. Even for non Rhodies, this is an important collection, that describes an important historical period of African History, of the dream that almost became reality, and still lives on with this collection. Please visit, you will be enlightened.
Written 19 January 2020
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We are pleased that you enjoyed your visit and thank you for taking the time to post this review. Go well.
Written 24 January 2020
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