Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre
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Enjoy a living history experience like no other at the Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre
Witness some of the greatest military aircraft in history at the Lincolnshire Aviation Museum in East Kirkby today. Just 30 minutes from Skegness, this historic attraction makes for a great day out that will delight history enthusiasts and families alike. It's also dog-friendly!
A former WWII bomber command airfield, the centre showcases an impressive array of military aircraft and vehicles, most famously the Avro Lancaster NX611, "Just Jane", which has undergone a marvellous restoration process.
Whether you're interested in military history, or simply want to enjoy some unique days out with the family in Lincolnshire, then the Lincolnshire Aviation Centre is one you won't want to miss!
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What can I see at the Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre?
The Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre has an impressive display of aircraft and vehicles. Here's a selection of aircraft that you can expect to see on your visit:
- Avro Lancaster NX611 "Just Jane": The museum's iconic centrepiece, Just Jane is one of only three working Lancasters worldwide!
- DH Mosquito HJ711: This restoration is the only existing variant of the de Havilland Mosquito NF.11 in the world.
- Handley Page HP.52 Hampden: One of the only bombers of its kind remaining, the Hampden is undergoing a huge restoration to static condition.
- Percival Proctor: This unsung WWII hero was a British radio trainer and communications aircraft.
- North American B-25 Mitchell: One of the most versatile medium bombers built; this American aircraft type served in every theatre of WW2.
- Bristol Blenheim IV 9980: This early bomber suffered heavy losses at the start of WWII, but an impressive surviving build is preserved at the Centre today.
Be sure to keep an eye out for events and exhibitions taking place at Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre, where you'll get to see some of these mighty aircraft in action!
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How to find us
Address: East Kirkby, Spilsby PE23 4DE
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By train:
The closest train stations to East Kirkby are Lincoln, Boston, Skegness and Thorpe Culvert.
By bus:
A bus runs hourly from Lincoln to Skegness stopping at the nearest town to East Kirkby called Spilsby.
By car:
- From Lincoln: approximately an hour.
- From Skegness: approximately half an hour.
- From Spilsby: approximately 10mins.
- Free parking
- Café
- Toilets
85% of all displays are on ground level and where possible, ramps have been introduced into buildings to allow better access for wheelchairs.
The original buildings pose some accessibility problems, as adjustments such as lifts cannot be made to original buildings such as the control tower.
Yes, dogs are allowed on-site with the exception of the café.
Aircraft on display at the Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre include:
- Avro Lancaster NX611 "Just Jane"
- DH Mosquito HJ711
- Handley Page HP.52 Hampden
- Percival Proctor
- North American B-25 Mitchell
- Bristol Blenheim IV 9980
Vehicles on display at the Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre include:
- Fuel Bowser
- Bedford OX & Queen Mary
- Airfield Tractor
- Crew Bus
- Foam Tender
- ATC Caravan
You can see the famous Lancaster Bomber, "Just Jane", at the Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre.
Lincolnshire earned the nickname of "Bomber County" because of the number of Bomber Command Squadrons based here during the Second World War. Approximately 125,000 aircrew flew with Bomber Command during World War II (their average age was 22).
The Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre is a former Bomber Command and showcases a range of remarkably restored aircraft from the time that can be seen today.