Where is RAF Hawkinge?

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

How do I get to RAF Hawkinge?

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

Who owns RAF Hawkinge?

RAF Hawkinge is owned by Royal Flying Corps (1915–1918) Royal Air Force (1918–1962).

Is RAF Hawkinge a protected site?

Yes — RAF Hawkinge 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 RAF Hawkinge?

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

Museums · South East England

RAF Hawkinge

In or near Capel-le-Ferne.

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RAF Hawkinge — a museum in england-south-east, United Kingdom.

Ruins of Hawkinge Campsite - geograph.org.uk - 1274737 — David Anstiss — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

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

RAF Hawkinge is a museum in england-south-east, United Kingdom, listed in the Wikipedia register of British heritage and tourism sites. See the linked Wikipedia article for full details.

Photo gallery

Official information

RAF Hawkinge is home to the world's largest collection of Battle of Britain memorabilia, showcasing artifacts from over 700 crashed aircraft. Visitors can explore various displays, including the Stuart-Buttle Hangar and the Lord Dowding Memorial Hangar.

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

RAF Hawkinge is a museum located in South-East England. It is dedicated to the history of the Royal Air Force and features various exhibits related to aviation and military heritage. The site provides insights into the role of the RAF during significant historical events.

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

Background

Visiting

The site has been largely built over and is now occupied by the Kent Battle of Britain Museum and a housing estate. The remains of the strip are referred to by locals as "the rough grounds".

Sourced from Wikipedia under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Coordinates: 51.1125, 1.1525
County: Kent
District: Folkestone and Hythe
Parish: Hawkinge
Postcode: CT18 7AG
Parliamentary constituency: Ashford
Phone: +44 1303 893140
Established: 1915
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

wikipedia: RAF Hawkinge (CC BY-SA 4.0)

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