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50th Anniversary Free Weekend

To celebrate the National Museum of Flight’s 50th birthday, they are offering free entry for the whole weekend. Explore their incredible collections and learn about the historic airfield!

50th Anniversary Free Weekend

About 50th Anniversary Free Weekend

5th Jul 2025 to 6th Jul 2025
10am - 5pm
National Museum of Flight Scotland
National Museum of Flight Scotland East Fortune Airfield, EH39 5LF
Free, booking required
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Celebrate the National Museum of Flight’s 50th birthday.

On Monday 7 July 1975, the National Museum of Flight opened its doors to the public. On display were many of the aircraft that remain popular with visitors today, including the Supermarine Spitfire, Gloster Meteor and Hawker Sea Hawk.


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