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January 2019
STO-Kers 5th January 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…
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STO-Kers 2nd February 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 »Trial Wildlife Walks
The wildlife at Stow is a very important part of the sites identity, so we have been working with our volunteers to produce a wildlife walk, which takes you outside the boundaries of the main site. These walks can only be done with one of the sites wildlife guides. Choose between a 11am-12pm session or 2pm – 3pm session on either Sunday 24th February or Sunday 24th March 2019 There will be a maximum of 8 people plus the guide…
Find out more »Trial Wildlife Photography Hide Sessions
A two hour photographic workshop based in our woodland hide, led by an experienced photographer and wildlife expert. Choose between a 10am-12pm session or 1pm – 3pm session on either the 24th February or 24th March 2019 There will be a maximum of 3 people plus the guide on each session so please book early. Please bring your own equipment, no guaranteed sightings and would not be suitable for wheelchairs due to uneven ground. Price £20 pp for 2hrs session…
Find out more »March 2019
STO-Kers 2nd March 2019 – Raspberry Jam Event
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 »Trial Wildlife Walks
The wildlife at Stow is a very important part of the sites identity, so we have been working with our volunteers to produce a wildlife walk, which takes you outside the boundaries of the main site. These walks can only be done with one of the sites wildlife guides. Choose between a 11am-12pm session or 2pm – 3pm session on either Sunday 24th February or Sunday 24th March 2019 There will be a maximum of 8 people plus the guide…
Find out more »Trial Wildlife Photography Hide Sessions
A two hour photographic workshop based in our woodland hide, led by an experienced photographer and wildlife expert. Choose between a 10am-12pm session or 1pm – 3pm session on either the 24th February or 24th March 2019 There will be a maximum of 3 people plus the guide on each session so please book early. Please bring your own equipment, no guaranteed sightings and would not be suitable for wheelchairs due to uneven ground. Price £20 pp for 2hrs session…
Find out more »Mother’s Day – Vintage Afternoon Tea
THIS EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT Join us on Mother’s Day for a Vintage afternoon which will celebrate the end of the RAF centenary year, with a real focus on the importance of mothers during times of conflict. Enjoy a sherry or prosecco on arrival, followed by afternoon tea and live music, including favourites such as ‘White Cliffs of Dover’ & ‘Que Sera Sera’. Our ‘Rule Britannia’ Women at War exhibition will be open. Use our Edwardian photographic studio as…
Find out more »April 2019
Sto-KERS 6th April 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 »Wildlife Photography Hide Sessions 7th April
A two hour photographic workshop based in our woodland hide, led by an experienced photographer and wildlife expert. Choose between a 10am-12pm session or 1pm – 3pm session There will be a maximum of 3 people plus the guide on each session so please book early. Please bring your own equipment, no guaranteed sightings and would not be suitable for wheelchairs due to uneven ground. Price £20 pp for 2hrs session * Picture courtesy of Denis Stretton
Find out more »Wildlife Photography Hide Sessions 14th April
A two hour photographic workshop based in our woodland hide, led by an experienced photographer and wildlife expert. Choose between a 10am-12pm session or 1pm – 3pm session There will be a maximum of 3 people plus the guide on each session so please book early. Please bring your own equipment, no guaranteed sightings and would not be suitable for wheelchairs due to uneven ground. Price £20 pp for 2hrs session * Picture courtesy of Denis Stretton
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Easter At Stow
Join us on Easter Sunday as we launch two new trails for the site. Wildlife Tours will also be taking place and will be bookable for free in the shop Free Easter Egg for all children completing the trails Just turn up and pay on the door.
Find out more »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 EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT 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…
Find out more »June 2019
Sto-KERS 1st June 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…
Find out more »Armed Forces Day
Update: 29/6/19 - Due to the recent demand in tickets after our BBC Radio Essex interview, this event will be tickets only. Please obtain one from the link below. 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…
Find out more »July 2019
Sto-KERS 6th July 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…
Find out more »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. 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 11pm Thursday 11th July 19
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