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!
About 50th Anniversary Free Weekend
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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