Spitfire and Hurricane Memorial Museum
Manston, near Ramsgate, East Kent
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The Spitfire and Hurricane Memorial Museum at Manston airfield is headlined by its Spitfire and Hurricane aircraft, with displays on the pilots and RAF Manston. You can also try a lifelike Spitfire flight simulator. Entry is free, it suits families and aviation fans, and an hour or two is enough.
Highlights
- Spitfire and Hurricane aircraft on display
- Lifelike Spitfire flight simulator
- Displays on Spitfire pilots and combat
- History of RAF Manston
- Café next door to the museum
Good to know
- For café opening times call 01843 661601
- Opening times can change at short notice
Getting there
Spitfire and Hurricane Memorial Museum, The Airfield, Manston Road, Ramsgate, Kent, CT12 5DFParking: Museum car park just down the road on the right, with a coach park past the building.
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