One of the biggest Armed Forces Day events on the Essex calendar. The event begins at 11.00am until 3.00pm, with a Parade and Flag-raising ceremony at 1.00pm. It is a very special event in which we pay tribute to our Armed Forces. There will be lots to see and explore, with displays of military vehicles, guided tours of the site, three exhibits to explore, and WW1 Period aircraft. Free entry to the public Please obtain your free ticket here https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/armed-forces-day-saturday-29th-june-2019-tickets-62199169390

After its successful debut in 2018, Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome will again host its very own Proms. Dunmow Wind Band will again delight the audience with their amazing tunes. Including in the ticket price will be an Afternoon Tea with Strawberries & Cream with a Pimms on arrival. A Bar and tea stand will also be on site. Please bring your own chair. Tickets close 11am Friday 12th July 19

This national-level living-history event focussing on the British Armed Forces of the Great War returns in all its glory for its third year. From Soldiers to Nurses and Airmen, their uniforms, weaponry, equipment and training, as well as the everyday tasks of the Great War soldier. There will be authentic demonstrations showing various skills which a soldier would have had to acquire to enable him to do his job "in the field". Stow Maries historic site also offers an impressive…

We are delighted to welcome a model airshow back to the site for 2019, showcasing aircraft of the type that would have been flown when Stow Maries was an active WW1 aerodrome. Courtesy of the Dawn Patrol Team, we will have model flying displays by warbirds from Edwardian times to present day. Aerobatic and 3D demonstrations will also take place during the day. Gates open at 10am with a BBQ on site, plus the Airmen's Mess and access to the…