Where is Kent Battle of Britain Museum?

Kent Battle of Britain Museum is in Kent, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode CT18 7AG), in the parish of Hawkinge.

How do I get to Kent Battle of Britain Museum?

The nearest railway station is Folkestone West, about 3.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode CT18 7AG.

Is Kent Battle of Britain Museum a protected site?

Yes — Kent Battle of Britain Museum is part of the Folkestone to Etchinghill Escarpment SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Kent Downs National Landscape (AONB).

How do I get to Kent Battle of Britain Museum?

The nearest railway station is Folkestone West, about 3.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CT18 7AG.

Museums · South East England

Kent Battle of Britain Museum

In or near Capel-le-Ferne.

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Kent Battle of Britain Museum — a museum in england-south-east, United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit

Typical visit: 1.5 h–3 h
Best time of year: Year-round
Nearest railway station: Folkestone West · 3.1 km

Paid entry
Family-friendly
Limited wheelchair access

Kent Battle of Britain Museum is a museum located in england-south-east, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

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Official information

The Kent Battle of Britain Museum houses the world's largest collection of Battle of Britain memorabilia, featuring artifacts from over 700 crashed aircraft. Visitors can explore various exhibits, including the Stuart-Buttle Hangar and the Lord Dowding Memorial Hangar, showcasing the history and significance of the Battle of Britain.

Protected designations

Site of Special Scientific Interest: Folkestone to Etchinghill Escarpment SSSI
Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Kent Downs

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

The Kent Battle of Britain Museum is located in South-East England, postcode CT18. This museum focuses on the events of the Battle of Britain during World War II, showcasing a range of artefacts and exhibits related to the conflict.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates: 51.1126, 1.1525
County: Kent
District: Folkestone and Hythe
Parish: Hawkinge
Postcode: CT18 7AG
Parliamentary constituency: Ashford
Phone: +44 1303 893140
Nearest railway station: Folkestone West — 3.1 km
Opening: 1st May to 30th September - 10am to 5pm; April, October and November - 10am to 4pm; closed Mondays except Bank Holiday Mondays.
Official site: www.kbobm.org

Sources

osm: way/452878720 (ODbL)

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