Flying Past – Aviation in Kent with Guy Bartlett

Name: Flying Past – Aviation in Kent with Guy Bartlett
Start: 2026-05-21T19:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-05-21T20:30:00+01:00
Location: St Faith's Street, ME14 1LH Maidstone, United Kingdom

Schedule

Thu May 21 2026 at 07:00 pm to 08:30 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

St Faith's Street, ME14 1LH Maidstone, United Kingdom | Maidstone, EN

Did you know Kent has been at the forefront of aviation since the 1880s?
Guy Bartlett, a local aviation historian, takes you on a fascinating journey through Kent’s aviation heritage – from the daring days of balloons and majestic airships to the evolution of aircraft.
When: Thursday 21st May 2026
Timings: 7 to 8:30pm
Price: £15 per person
Age: All welcome
Places: Limited to 40 places
Accessibility: The room and our toilets are fully accessible
Booking is essential.
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About the Talk:
Maybe surprisingly, Kent has been at the forefront of aviation since the 1880’s.
This talk will explore the history of balloons, airships and aircraft in the county. It includes information about Kentish airfields past and present.
It gives suggestions for places of interest which you may like to visit.
This presentation offers something for everyone who has an interest in either Kent or aviation.
Why did Concorde fly from Kent?
Which famous aeronautical pioneers travelled from the USA to Leysdown on the Isle of Sheppey?
Tickets are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled by the museum.