Museums · South East England
The Wing
In or near Capel-le-Ferne.
The Wing — a museum in South East England, 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 Central · 3.2 km
- Paid entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
The Wing is a museum located in South East England, 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 Battle of Britain Memorial is dedicated to the airmen who defended Britain during World War II. Visitors can explore immersive exhibits, including the Scramble Experience and full-size replica aircraft, while enjoying panoramic views of the Channel. The site serves as a place of reflection and remembrance, honoring the bravery of those who fought in the Battle of Britain.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Folkestone Warren SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Kent Downs
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Wing is a museum located in South-East England, postcode CT18. It features a collection that focuses on aviation history, showcasing various aircraft and artefacts. The museum aims to educate visitors about the significance of aviation in the region.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 51.0990, 1.2057
- County
- Kent
- District
- Dover
- Parish
- Capel-le-Ferne
- Postcode
- CT18 7JJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Dover and Deal
- Phone
- +44 1303 249292
- Nearest railway station
- Folkestone Central — 3.2 km
- Opening
- Daily 10am–5pm (1 Apr to 31 Oct); Daily 10am–4pm (1 Nov to 31 Mar); closed Mondays from 1 Nov to end of Feb
- Official site
- www.battleofbritainmemorial.org
Sources
- osm: way/707899497 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Wing?
- The Wing is in Kent, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode CT18 7JJ), in the parish of Capel-le-Ferne.
- What is The Wing?
- The Wing — a museum in South East England, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Wing?
- The nearest railway station is Folkestone Central, about 3.2 km away. The nearest town is Capel-le-Ferne. Drivers can use postcode CT18 7JJ.
- Is The Wing a protected site?
- Yes — The Wing is part of the Folkestone Warren SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Kent Downs National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to The Wing?
- The nearest railway station is Folkestone Central, about 3.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CT18 7JJ.