23 September 2023
IWM Duxford
Adults
£80
Are you a keen photographer with a love of aviation history? How would you like the opportunity to photograph recreated historic scenes of a front-line fighter station during the Battle of Britain?
Duxford in a Different Light: Battle of Britain Photography Evening is an outdoor, after-hours photography event dedicated to this pivotal moment in 20th century history.
Using lighting and living history actors, Spitfires, Hurricanes and more will be brought to life against the backdrop of Duxford's historic buildings to create evocative opportunities for your photographs.
The event will culminate with Spitfire N3200 and Westland Lysander performing engine runs as the sun goes down for an extra special photo opportunity.
Photography Evening Aircraft
The following airworthy historic aircraft will feature as static displays in Duxford in Different Light: Battle of Britain Photography Evening. There will be opportunity to photograph engine runs with Spitfire N3200 and the Lysander V9312.
Historic Duxford
Duxford played a central role in some of the most dramatic days of the 20th century – serving as a base for many of the Spitfire and Hurricane pilots who fought in the Battle of Britain.
It was a Sector Station for 12 Group, which covered the Midlands and East Anglia. This meant that personnel based there directed Duxford and other surrounding airfields’ squadrons into battle.
During the battle, Duxford had two main jobs - to protect the Midlands and help the fighters of 11 Group when needed. 11 Group was responsible for the south-east of England, including London, and bore the brunt of the fighting in the summer of 1940.
The historic airfield, hangars and buildings, which are still at Duxford today, will provide the perfect backdrop for your photographs.
Important Information
● Tickets will remain on sale until 10pm on Wednesday 14 September, they will not be available on the day
● Entry to IWM Duxford will commence at 4pm, the event will start with a safety brief, taking place at 4:45pm inside the entrance to AirSpace
● As a minimum, please bring a camera, a tripod and a torch with you on the night
● Detailed instructions for the event will be sent out in advance by email to confirm meeting points and parking arrangements
● Refreshments will be available to purchase from The Armoury Café, which will remain open until 7pm
● All aircraft appearances are subject to serviceability and weather
● We will give a minimum 48 hours' notice if we have to cancel the event due to predicted poor weather, in the event of a cancellation we will offer a full refund
