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

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 Added Value events, young people under 11 years in age are Admission Free.

THIS EVENT: Stow Maries: Words without Wires

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VISITORS:

Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome has a long history with communications. From its inception, it worked at the cutting edge of radio. In fact, it was the first place to equip aircraft for Home Service with Wireless Communication - in 1918!

Now, to trace that long history from the Great War right up to recent conflicts in the 21st Century, we are joining with the Essex Historic Military Vehicle Association. Alongside our popular 'Words without Wires' exhibition, you can enjoy a day amongst living historians, vehicles and enthusiasts that will clear away all the static from this fascinating part of our modern world that has come so far in such a short space of time.

For just your standard admission fee, you get to enjoy all our historians have to show and tell, as well as our range of exciting exhibitions and tours.

• There are no Mess-Only admissions at this event.
• Well-behaved dogs on short leads at all times are welcome.
• Admission tickets will be available on the day.
• Propeller Club Members can enjoy this event without any admission charge.

HMVA Members:

We welcome Radio and communications vehicles. please speak to your Chairman and his team for details and to register for this event.

Living Historians:

We would love to hear from you! If you have a radio set up of any 20th or 21st Century period, from Helio to Radio - we want you here! Drop us a line at info@stowmaries.org.uk NOW!

Traders / Radio Enthusiast Clubs or Groups

We'd love to hear from you! Get in touch with details of who you are, what you can present and some good images of your stand or set-up. Contact info@stowmaries.org.uk NOW!