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Kent Battle of Britain Museum Trust

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An impressive collection of Battle of Britain artefacts recovered from more than 650 crashed aircraft.

Aircraft, vehicles, weapons, flying equipment, fine art prints and relics are on show in the museum on the historic airfield at Hawkinge. The original 1940s buildings are home to the largest collection of authentic Battle of Britain relics and memorabilia in the world.

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Adults: £10.00

Senior (aged 60+): £9.00

Child (aged 5-15): £4.00

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Kent Battle of Britain Museum Trust Aerodrome Road Hawkinge
CT18 7AG

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kentbattleofbritainmuseum@btinternet.com 01303 893140

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