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April 2019
Wings & Big Wheel Rally – Donation Day
This year the Wings & Big Wheels rally will start at the aerodrome. The site will be open to the public from 9am, with no entrance fee. Between 10am & 11am Flambirds Chase will be shut to allow rally cars to depart. During this time their will be a de-tour in place for the public to access the site via Crows Lane, CM3 6RN Bacon Rolls & refreshments will be available to buy before the rally cars set out on…
Find out more »May 2019
Sto-KERS 4th May 2019
Are you aged between 8 and 14 years? Ready to try something new, active and different? Come and join us at STO-Kers at Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome near Maldon on the first Saturday of each month. STO-Kers is an exciting opportunity to explore and enjoy a variety of activities linked by the theme of ‘flight’! From simple paper planes to building a series of ‘build and fly’ models, from creating gliders and rockets through to the latest technology used in…
Find out more »Cross & Cockade Talks
Join us for an afternoon exploring the early aviation history of our county, with our partners Cross and Cockade International, specialists in the study of First World War Aviation and publishers of the famous historical magazine about aviation in World War I. Hear about the real story of the RFC Headquarters by past Director General of the RAF Museum, Air Vice Marshall Peter Dye (ret'd) O.B.E as well as Aviation Historian and Author, Ian Castle, talking about Frontline Essex - The Lair of the Zeppelin…
Find out more »Wings and Wheels
This highly popular event returns to Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome for its 3rd year. A fun day for the family that marries our favourite aircraft with vehicles. Everything from classic and vintage four-wheelers, motorbikes and coaches to vintage aircraft. A total celebration of vehicles from both land and air. Not to mention our 3 exhibitions, Mess and Shop. The Stow Maries trademark BBQ will also be in full swing. We will also be welcoming some fantastic air displays, weather…
Find out more »June 2019
Armed Forces Day
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
Find out more »July 2019
Stow Proms
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. More information to follow.
Find out more »Stow At War
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…
Find out more »September 2019
Large Model Airshow Weekend
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…
Find out more »Heritage Open Day
Visit the site for Free as part of the national Heritage Open Day community. There will be object handling as well as access to our three exhibits. Free tickets will need to be obtained for this day
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