Air Shows 2012

A wartime atmosphere
A wartime atmosphere

Creating an authentic 1940s wartime atmosphere, re-enactment groups bring history to life at IWM Duxford’s famous Second World War airfield.
IWM Duxford air shows
IWM Duxford air shows

Unquestionably some of the finest air shows anywhere in the world – join us at IWM Duxford to enjoy historic and contemporary aircraft taking to the skies.
Walk the flightline
Walk the flightline

Admire the display aircraft close-up on the flightline walk during the morning. The flightline walk usually opens at 10am with last entry at noon. An additional small charge applies.
Dramatic flying displays
Dramatic flying displays

Enjoy fantastic flying and stunning aerial displays when talented pilots and legendary aircraft come from across the globe to display at our air shows.
History brought to life
History brought to life

The Second World War is brought to life by various re-enactment groups, who visitors can meet and chat to throughout the day.
Activities on the ground
Activities on the ground

On the ground there are fun events for all ages to enjoy throughout the day. Families can get hands-on with history and take part in various activities across the site.

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IWM London
London (closed)

IWM London is now closed for our major redevelopment project. We will partially reopen on 29 July 2013.
IWM Duxford
Cambridgeshire
Open daily

Summer 10am - 6pm
Last admission 5pm

Winter 10am - 4pm
Last admission 3pm

Closed 24, 25 and 26 December
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HMS Belfast
London
Open daily 10am - 6pm
Last admission 5pm
We are closed 24, 25, and 26 December
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Churchill War Rooms
London
Open daily 9.30am - 6pm
Last admission 5pm
Closed 24, 25 and 26 December
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IWM North
Manchester
Open daily 10am - 5pm
Last admission 4.30pm
Closed 24, 25 and 26 December

Admission is free
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Air Shows

Spring Air Show

26 May 2013

Starting the air show season in spectacular style, the Spring Air Show brings together contemporary and historic aircraft for a fabulous day of flying.

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Flying Legends Air Show

13-14 July 2013

Flying Legends Air Show presents the very best of classic and historic aircraft displaying at IWM Duxford in one of the world’s most celebrated air shows.

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The Duxford Air Show

7-8 September 2013

The Duxford Air Show is the highlight of IWM Duxford’s calendar of flying events. In an outstanding aerial spectacle the air show features the very best historic and modern aircraft.

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Autumn Air Show

13 October 2013

Closing the air show season for 2013, the Autumn Air Show offers a fine selection of aerial demonstrations of aircraft past and present.

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IWM Duxford’s spectacular air shows attract visitors from all over the world for the thrilling flying displays and unique atmosphere of our historic airfield.

In 2013 we will be hosting four air shows: Spring Air Show (26 May), Flying Legends Air Show (13-14 July), The Duxford Air Show (7-8 September) and Autumn Air Show (13 October).

On air show days the museum is open from 8am until 6pm. The flying display usually starts at 2pm (earlier for the Autumn Air Show), leaving plenty of time in the morning to explore the whole of the museum and enjoy fun activities for all the family.

Stroll along the flight line, soak up the atmosphere provided by specialist trader stands and Second World War living history groups or enjoy a pleasure flight.

There will also be fun family activities for all family to enjoy.

Don’t forget to buy your official air show programme to find out more about the flying aircraft and the history behind the machines that changed our lives forever. *

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* Programmes are available to purchase on the air show days; subject to availability.