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Castles & History, Museums & Galleries

Spitfire and Hurricane Memorial Museum

Family Friendly
Free

Free Battle of Britain museum on the old RAF Manston airfield near Ramsgate, with Spitfire and Hurricane aircraft and a memorial garden.

About Spitfire and Hurricane Memorial Museum

A charity museum on the historic RAF Manston airfield telling the story of the Battle of Britain, with free admission and donations welcomed. The museum says its times may change without notice, and other listings differ on days over winter, so check before you go.

Where it is

Details checked against the venue on 29 October 2026. Opening times change, so confirm before you travel.

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