People’s Choice Award 2025 Gold £500,000-£1million
Our film / हाम्रो फिल्म
The Gurkha Museum is set to undergo a significant redevelopment, referred to by its Nepali name Project Kaida. This film showcases the exciting transformation of The Gurkha Museum from a modest military exhibit into a premier must-visit attraction and the global reference point and educational centre for Gurkha heritage. Project Kaida will ensure The Gurkha Museum is accessible, inclusive and educates current and future generations on the values and valour of Gurkhas.
The Gurkha Museum illustrates a remarkable 210-year relationship between Nepal and Britain, a bond that remains strong today as the annual recruitment of Gurkhas from Nepal continues to be essential for the British Armed Forces. The success of Project Kaida will have a profound impact not only on our national heritage but also on the global Gurkha community, both serving and retired.
Created in-house by our small and dedicated team, our film features Gurkha veterans sharing their insights with the current generation about The Gurkha Museum and the profound impact that Project Kaida will have, telling the stories the current and past Gurkha soldiers.
OUR VISION / हाम्रो सपना
With your help, to secure the future of Gurkha heritage.
OUR MISSION / हाम्रो मिशन
The Gurkha Museum Trust is the charity dedicated to protecting, preserving, and promoting the remarkable story of the Gurkhas on behalf of the nation. In addition to commemorating the Gurkhas’ over 210 years, the Museum continues to curate and collect the contemporary Gurkha stories.
Your vote / तपाईंको भोट
Casting your vote is a powerful way to express your gratitude to the Gurkhas for their unwavering 210 years of dedicated service and sacrifice to our nation and its people.
By voting, you will play a crucial role in preserving the rich heritage of the Gurkha community by spreading awareness and amplifying our fundraising efforts.
And we need YOUR help.
The charity (UK registered 1169920)
The Gurkha Museum Trust is a small heritage charity dedicated to honouring and celebrating the rich heritage and culture of the Gurkha soldier. As the only museum in the UK focused on preserving, protecting, and promoting over 210 years of dedicated Gurkha service and sacrifice to Britain, we play a vital role in this educational narrative.
Our museum's layout guides visitors through a chronological exploration of Gurkha history, starting from the pivotal year of 1815 when Gurkhas were first enlisted to serve Britain. Spanning two floors, you will uncover the unique qualities that set Gurkha soldiers apart—their vibrant Nepalese culture (kaida), their homeland, the rigorous recruitment process they undergo, their iconic uniforms, their traditional weapons (including the khukri/kukri), and their numerous battle honours.
Through our extensive collections and archives, The Gurkha Museum illustrates a remarkable 210-year relationship between Nepal and Britain, a bond that remains strong today as the annual recruitment of Gurkhas from Nepal continues to be essential for the British Armed Forces.
To discover more about the future of Gurkha heritage visit The Gurkha Museum in Winchester or our website (www.TheGurkhaMuseum.co.uk/Future).
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