Event Details

Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome Summer Fly-in

  • Sun 14 Jun 2026

  • 10AM - 3PM

A chance for pilots and visitors to get together and enjoy the fresh summer skies at our Museum.

Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome Events - 2026

As part of our ongoing commitment to our supporters, 2026 sees a bumper crop of events of all kinds. We are dedicated to highlighting that there is 'often something on at Stow' with a series of 'Added Value' events - where admission fees are the same as regular entry, but you can enjoy our brilliant museum with just a little bit 'extra'. All at no extra cost.

Remember, for these Added Value events, young people under 11 years in age are Admission Free!


THIS EVENT: The Summer Fly-In

Calling all aviation fans - or even, complete strangers to aviation!

Our Summer Fly-in is a perfect chance to catch a peek at the aircraft that fly throughout our area, all the time raising vital funds for our museum.

As you enjoy your visit to our site, strolling around the galleries and exhibitions, aircraft will be landing and parking up within metres of you on our flight line.

While there will be no aerial displays, this a great chance to see our museum at its best - with aircraft rolling down the strips.

Not only do you get to enjoy the aircraft, but your admission gains you all the benefits of enjoying our award-winning exhibitions, hangars and tours. All for the regular admission fee!

  • All air activity is weather-dependent.
  • Please note - there are no 'Mess-Only' admissions available for this event.
  • All visitors will need to purchase admission (online or on the gate if not sold out).
  • Propeller Club Members can enjoy this event without any admission charge.
  • Well behaved dogs on short leads at all times are welcome, with their responsible owners.
  • All images from 2025 Fly-in events.


Calling Pilots!

If you think you would like a spot at our event, please do let us know!

We accept single-engined, fixed wing aircraft (no rotary or dual-axis controlled aircraft) and would love to hear from you. A special discount landing fee is available, too!

PPR MUST be arranged in advance and spaces will fill up quickly.

Please apply for PPR here.



Location

Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome
Hackmans Lane Purleigh, Chelmsford, CM3 6RN

Click here to get Google Map directions to the site entrance from your location. See also: Directions by Road

Ticket Prices

  • Adult Admission(16yrs+): £ 12.00
    + £ 1.42 Fee - Sales end at 8am on 13 Jun 2026
  • Retired / Junior (11-15yrs) Admission: £ 9.00
    + £ 1.22 Fee - Sales end at 8am on 13 Jun 2026
  • Child (0-10yrs) Admission: FREE
    Sales end at 8am on 13 Jun 2026

Other Upcoming Events

Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome Volunteer Recruitment Morning

  • Sat 05 Sep 2026

  • 10AM - 12PM

A chance to find about about volunteering with us - and sign up!

Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome - Large Model Air Show 2026

  • Sat 12 Sep 2026

  • 10AM - 4PM

A fantastic opportunity to see some of the most entertaining large model aircraft flying this year!

Stow Maries: Words without Wires - the story of Military Communications

  • Sat 19 Sep 2026

  • 10AM - 4PM

Join us as we partner with the Essex Historic Military Vehicle Association to celebrate military communications of the last 100 years.

Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome Late Summer Fly-in

  • Sat 26 Sep 2026

  • 10AM - 3PM

A chance for pilots and visitors to get together and enjoy the fresh summer skies at our Museum.

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