RAF Manston Spitfire and Hurricane Memorial Museum Tours

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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.

RAF Manston History Museum

Manston Golf Centre

Enjoy a round of golf in Manston at Manston Golf Centre. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Manston Golf Centre

Margate Cemetery

Enjoy a stop at Margate Cemetery, a landmark worth seeing in Margate. Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

Margate Cemetery

St. Augustine's Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Minster at St. Augustine's Golf Club. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

St. Augustine's Golf Club

Hugin

You can learn about the history of Ramsgate with a trip to Hugin. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Hugin

The Viking Ship 'Hugin'

You can take time to visit The Viking Ship 'Hugin' during your travels to Ramsgate. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.

The Viking Ship 'Hugin'

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No.42 by GuestHouse Margate

No.42 by GuestHouse Margate

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42 High Street, Margate, England
No.42 by GuestHouse Margate
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Spencer Court Hotel

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Beach & Dreamland Nearby -pet Friendly & Garden

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Margate
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Cosy New 4 bed in Ramsgate Close to Quex Park

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Yarrow Hotel

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Ramsgate Road, Broadstairs, England
Yarrow Hotel
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