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The history of the airfield from 1916 and it's use by the RAF and civil airlines.

Manston started its Aviation days as a Royal Naval Station in 1916, with a base at Westgate Bay for seaplanes. The early airfield was on the area now occupied by the passenger terminal.

By 1917 Manston airfield had grown to include four underground hangars, its own railway line to Birchington, a power station to generate electricity, barracks for 3,000 men and even an indoor swimming pool.

After WW1, training of airmen in airframe maintenance and engine repairs was taught in the School of Technical Training.

1940 and WW2 brought the Battle of Britain. Barnes Wallis arrived in 1943 to test his bouncing bomb at nearby Reculver, before the Dam busters carried out their famous raid. Roland Beaumont arrived with the Typhoon which came to be the most successful ground attack aircraft in WW2.

RAF Manston History Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at RAF Manston History Museum during your trip to Minster. Visit the area's stunning cathedral or amble around its waterfront.

St Mary's Church

St Mary's Church is just one of the places to see in Minster, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

Minster Abbey

You can learn about the history of Minster with a trip to Minster Abbey. Make time to visit the area's stunning cathedral, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Quex Park

You can learn about the history of Birchington with a stop at Quex Park. Stroll along the seaside or visit the stunning cathedral in the area.

Quex Park and The Powell-Cotton Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Quex Park and The Powell-Cotton Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Birchington. Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its lively bars.

Jungle Jim's

Explore the great outdoors at Jungle Jim's, a lovely green space in Birchington. Stroll along the seaside or visit the stunning cathedral in the area.

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