The Battle of Britain Memorial Trust

Our Spitfire replica needs your support ✈️ When news of the damage broke, we were overwhelmed with support from well-wishers. At that time, we were still negotiating with insurers and restorers, but now that these discussions have concluded, we have launched a Crowdfunder campaign to channel this generosity into action. Recently, the aircraft was transported to Great Yarmouth for an assessment. The Spitfire replica has been at the Memorial since 2004, which means it has endured the coastal weather conditions at Capel-le-Ferne for 20 wet, windy and salty years 🌧️ Restoration would extend its life for a few years, but the sensible, long-term solution is to replace the replica, giving it a much longer life and bringing pleasure to many thousands more visitors. Although insurance will cover a substantial portion of the costs, there remains a shortfall that we hope our community can help us bridge. As a charity that receives no government or local funding, we rely entirely on the support of friends, visitors and enthusiasts like you. Donate here 🔗: https://lnkd.in/eUq9FTwJ #Kent #WarMemorial #KentAttraction #BattleofBritain #theFew

We love it when you share your photos of the Memorial with us, and we can't wait to see more! Today we’re sharing this fantastic image of our Stuka sculpture from Sammy Wall on Facebook ✈️ If you’re popping by the Memorial this weekend, don’t forget that we’re open between 10am and 5pm every day 🕙 #Kent #WarMemorial #KentAttraction #BattleofBritain #theFew

Check out the latest video from renowned historian and author, Dilip Sarkar MBE, FRHistS FRAeS and author, Andy Long, who shares the fascinating story and artefacts from the crash-site of Defiant N3328 ✈️ Watch the video here 👇️ #Kent #WarMemorial #KentAttraction #BattleofBritain #theFew

Help us replace our treasured Spitfire replica which was damaged in Storm Ciaran earlier this year ✈️ ⁠ Although insurance will cover a substantial portion of the costs, there remains a shortfall that we hope our community can help us bridge.⁠ Please help us if you can and do visit the Memorial as there is still lots to see and experience!⁠ Support the Crowdfunder 🔗: https://lnkd.in/eUq9FTwJ #Kent #WarMemorial #KentAttraction #BattleofBritain #theFew

July 10 - Now remembered as the start of the Battle of Britain, on this day 84 years ago Nazi forces attacked shipping convoys in the English Channel. The Royal Air Force was about to face its biggest challenge to date, one that was to change the course of WW2. #Kent #WarMemorial #KentAttraction #BattleofBritain #theFew

Relatives of the Few gathered once again at the Memorial yesterday to pay tribute to those who won the Battle of Britain in 1940 ✈️ Our annual Memorial Day now focuses on giving relatives the opportunity to come together and share their memories of loved ones who fought side by side against the Luftwaffe to keep this country safe from invasion. Odette, Lady Dowding, daughter-in-law of Air Chief Marshal Sir Hugh Dowding, later Lord Dowding, was among those attending the well-supported event, which concluded with an impressive but rain-drenched Sunset Ceremony featuring a sterling performance by the Central Band of the Royal Air Force. Read the full story here 🔗: https://lnkd.in/e5xAX2Rz #Kent #WarMemorial #KentAttraction #BattleofBritain #theFew

Don't forget that we'll be closed this Sunday 7 July for a special private event, but we'll be open again on Monday 8 July at 10am 🕙 #Kent #WarMemorial #KentAttraction #BattleofBritain #theFew

Drumroll, please! We’re over the moon to share that the Memorial has snagged a spot in Tripadvisor's Travellers’ Choice Awards for 2024 🌟 This award celebrates businesses that consistently earn great reviews, landing us in the top 10% of global listings on TripAdvisor. Thank you for all your continued support! #Kent #WarMemorial #KentAttraction #BattleofBritain #theFew

Check out the latest video from renowned historian and author, Dilip Sarkar MBE, FRHistS FRAeS and Andy Long, author of what will be the definitive history of this often misunderstood and much-maligned WW2 RAF fighter: The Boulton Paul Defiant Turret Fighter ✈️ Watch the video here 👇️ #Kent #WarMemorial #KentAttraction #BattleofBritain #theFew

Please note that the site will be closed to the public this Sunday 7 July for a private event. We’re still open every day this week until Sunday, 10am to 5pm 🕙 #Kent #WarMemorial #KentAttraction #BattleofBritain #theFew