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The Shuttleworth Collection
Shuttleworth (Old Warden) Aerodrome
Nr. Biggleswade,
Bedfordshire
SG18 9EP

Telephone: +44 (0)1767 627927
Fax: +44 (0)1767 627949
Email: collection@shuttleworth.org



  

 

 

Disco Night Spectacular
Date: 10/07/2009

1960's & 70's Disco Friday 10th July 8pm until 12.30 

Adults £7.50 in advance only.

Join us for a great evening and dance to two great decades of disco music.
Bar available.
Great Music, Great Atmosphere, Great Venue.

Sample Playlist:-
1960's
Chubby Checker, The Beatles, Mud, Dianna Ross, Bill Haley, Manfred Mann, Rolling Stones,  Elvis, Queen, The Beach Boys, Neil Sedaka, Van Morrison, plus many more.

1970's
Village People, Abba, Suzi Quatro, Status Quo, Tramps, Boney M, Bee Gees, Kool & The Gang, Rose Royce, Candi Staton, sister Sledge, The Real Thing, Earth Wind & Fire, Heatwave, plus many more.  

To secure your tickets please call 01767 627933

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Hangar Dance & Supper
Date: 11/07/2009

1940's Hangar Dance & Supper - Saturday 11th July

Back by popular demand, this event sold out last year so please book early to aviod dissapointment.

Join us for a fabulous evening of entertaiment featuring Paul Roberts & the Swingers big band sound along with the stunning vocals of Kas our 1940's sweetheart singer.

Tickets in advance only. Adults £30 Tables are round tables of 10 persons a 10%  discount is available for groups of 10 persons or more. Please call our Hotline if you need ten or more places.

Dance to the era of Swing and enjoy an authentic wartime supper!
Period costume dress welcome - prize for the best period costume.

Venue Hangar 7 The Shuttleworth Collection. Arrive 8pm,  Starts 8.30pm, Lights out 1am

Please call our ticket hotline  01767 627933 to secure your tickets 

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Evening Air Display 3 & LAA Party In the Park
Date: 18/07/2009

Evening Air Display 3 & LAA Party In the Park  - 18th July 2009

Gates open 10am Flying starts 4pm

As the sun goes down the unique and world famous Shuttleworth aeroplanes go up!

Join us for an enchanting evening of vintage aircraft gracing the skies at our historic all grass aerodrome. On calm evenings we try to fly our Edwardian Fying Machines dating back to the earliest pioneering days of aviation. See the worlds' oldest airworthy aeroplane the Bleriot monoplane X1 dated 1909.

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Display content subject to weather,availability & serviceability.
“Tickets are non-refundable in the event the airshow is cancelled. If this should occur, vouchers will be issued for a future airshow".

Book online £18 per adult - save £2

£20 on the day at the gate 

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Scale Aeromodel Weekend
Date: 25/07/2009

Scale Aeromodel Weekend

25th / 26th  July

Gates open 9am Aeromodel flying begins at 10pm
Historic Old Warden Aerodrome is the perfect venue in which to fly your model aeroplane. Our all grass airfield is in a countryside setting and provides a stunning environment for model flying. Wether a novice or expert modeller there is always plenty of friendly advice and help on hand so come and join in the fun.
Admission £9 Adults Seniors £8

Trade stands selling a wide range of modelling materials and equipment available.

For all information  please contact Mike Reynolds 01526 323191 or mobile
07775 662955 

 

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Military Pageant Air Show
Date: 02/08/2009

Military Pageant Air Display & Hawker Hunter / ACB members reunion*

Sunday 2nd August Gates open 9am Flying starts 2pm

A spectacular line up the world famous Shuttleworth Collections Mititary aeroplanes will take to the skies today. WW1 machines representing famous marques from the era such as Avro, Sopwith, Bristol, will display along with WW2 fighters including the legendary Hawker Sea Hurricane with it's distictive sound from the mighty Rolls- Royce Merlin engine.

Adults £25 on the day at the gate, book online adults £22.50 save £2.50

Accompanied children up to 16yrs Free!

Admission includes Swiss Garden, Bird of Prey Centre & Childrens Play Centre

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“Tickets are non-refundable in the event the airshow is cancelled. If this should occur, vouchers will be issued for a future airshow".

 

* HAWKER HUNTER / ACB MEMBERS REUNION.

FOR MEMBERS OF THE ABOVE SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS HAVE BEEN MADE ON YOUR BEHALF.

PLEASE TELEPHONE OUR DEDICATED TICKET HOTLINE AND OUR STAFF WILL GIVE YOU THE DETAILS FOR PRE-BOOKING YOUR ADMISSION AND LUNCHEON. PLEASE TELEPHONE OUR DEDICATED TICKET HOTLINE  01767 627933  

 

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Tribute Concert Night
Date: 08/08/2009

Tribute Concert Night with Tributes to Abba & the Bee Gees

Saturday 8th August starts 7.30pm access to the site is from 5pm Concert ends 10pm

Ticket tariff

Adults in advance £20 On the day £25 Online £18

Child in advance   £10 On the day £12  Online £9

10% discount for 10 persons or more please call 01767 627933 to book.

Joint Proms and Tribute ticket in advance only Adult £43 Child £20

 

 

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Evening Air Display 4
Date: 15/08/2009

Evening Air Display 4  Saturday 15th August

Gates open 10am Flying starts 4pm

As the sun goes down the unique and world famous Shuttleworth aeroplanes go up!

Join us for an enchanting evening of vintage aircraft gracing the skies at our historic all grass aerodrome. On calm evenings we try to fly our Edwardian Fying Machines dating back to the earliest pioneering days of aviation. See the worlds' oldest airworthy aeroplane the Bleriot monoplane X1 dated 1909.

Display content will be posted nearer the time.
Display content subject to weather, availability and serviceability.
“Tickets are non-refundable in the event the airshow is cancelled. If this should occur, vouchers will be issued for a future airshow".

Book online £18 per adult - save £2

£20 on the day at the gate 

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The Original Flying Proms Concert
Date: 22/08/2009

The Shuttleworth Collection & Orchestrated Productions Presents

The Original Fyling Proms Concert Saturday 22nd August

The Original Flying Proms is well established as one of the regions premier outdoor concerts.
Now in its eleventh year, the event is held in the beautiful and historic setting of the world famous Shuttleworth Collection. The combination of rare and unique vintage aircraft flying in time to a full 50 piece orchestra is one not to be missed. The evening concludes with a stunning firework finale. Experience the “Aerial Ballet“ with the Pilatus Sailplane glider! Discover the thrill of those magnificent men in their Edwardian “Flying Machines”!
The Swiss Garden, Shuttleworth Collection, Bird of Prey Centre are all included as part of your admission.

Ticket tariff

Adult in advance £27 On the day £35 online £25

Child in advance £16 On the day £20 online £14

10% discount for 10 persons or more. Please phone 01767 627933 to book.

Joint Proms & Tribute concert tickets adult £43 Child £20 in advance only

HAMPERS FOR TWO PEOPLE

Treat yourself to our delightful hampers! Ready for you to collect and no need to bring and carry your own food.

Hamper option 1 

Cold meat selection
Mixed leaf salad
Tomato, onion & french basil salad
Pasta salad
Rice salad
Coleslaw
Cheese selection
Chunky bread & butter

£25 per hamper

Hamper option 2

Rustic pork pie or pate
Homemade red onion chutney
Fresh mixed leaf salad
Potato salad
Chunky coleslaw
Pickled onions
Cheese selection
Rustic bread & butter

£20 per hamper

Optional extras such as drinks  & desserts are available, please tel our catering manager Mrs Sonia Gunn for details 01767 627539
Returnable deposit of £20 for the hamper basket & utensils is required

 

 

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Midsummer Picnic Concert Party
Date: 23/08/2009

john hessentaler for OEP presents

Midsummer Picnic Concert Party

Soul, Motown & Reggae 
Sunday 23rd August 2009

Join us for an action packed, all hits, picnic throughout
 sunday afternoon and evening - a concert party not to be missed  

See the real bands!

Rose Royce
Heatwave
George Mc Crae
Alexander O'Neal
Right Said Fred
Aswad
Womack & Womack
Kool as the Gang
The Real Thing

Plus.....
 Mowtown On Tour Show
Ultimate Earth Wind & Fire

Tickets in advance online
Adults £32.50 Child £10

Tickets on the day
Adults £35 Child £12

 2pm-11pm

For further information please call our hotline 01767 627933 Mon-Sun daytime
01223 894566 Evenings & weekends



 

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Shuttleworth Pageant Air Display
Date: 06/09/2009

Shuttleworth Pageant Air Display - 6th September

Gates open 9am Flying starts 2pm

Gates open 9am - Flying begins 2pm

Adults £20 accompanied children up to 16 yrs admitted FREE

Admission includes entry to the Swiss Garden, Bird of Prey Centre & Childrens Play Centre - a great value day out for the whole family.

See a stunning line up of unique aeroplanes from the world famous Shuttleworth Collection plus visiting aeroplanes.

See the worlds' oldest airworthy aeroplane - the Bleriot X1 Monoplane 1909

Enjoy the Live Band and browse and buy at the many trade stands.

Save 10% when you book online -  just £18 per adult - saving £2

£20 on the day at the gate.

Display content will be posted nearer the time.
Display content subject to weather, availability and serviceability.
“Tickets are non-refundable in the event the airshow is cancelled. If this should occur, vouchers will be issued for a future airshow".

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Evening Air Display 5 - Meet the Pilots!
Date: 26/09/2009

Evening Air Display 5 Saturday 26th

Gates open 10am Flying starts 4pm

As the sun goes down the unique and world famous Shuttleworth aeroplanes go up!

Join us for an enchanting evening of vintage aircraft gracing the skies at our historic all grass aerodrome. On calm evenings we try to fly our Edwardian Fying Machines dating back to the earliest pioneering days of aviation. See the worlds' oldest airworthy aeroplane the Bleriot monoplane X1 dated 1909. There will be a fantastic opportunity to meet the Pilots who fly our aeroplanes! So if you have ever wondered what our aeroplanesare like to fly in here is your chance to find out! Not to be missed. 

Display content will be posted nearer the time.
Display content subject to weather, availability and serviceability.
“Tickets are non-refundable in the event the airshow is cancelled. If this should occur, vouchers will be issued for a future airshow".

Book online £18 per adult - save £2

£20 on the day at the gate 

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Autumn Air Display
Date: 04/10/2009

Autumn Air Display Sunday 4th October

Gates open 9am Flying starts 2pm

Adults £20 accompanied children up to 16 years FREE
Admission includes entry to the Bird of Prey Centre, Swiss Garden and Childrens' Play Centre - a great value day out.

Display content will be posted nearer the time.
Display content subject to weather, availability and serviceability.
“Tickets are non-refundable in the event the airshow is cancelled. If this should occur, vouchers will be issued for a future airshow".

Book online £18 per adult - saving £2

£20 at the gate on the day  

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Fireworks Spectacular with Tribute Band
Date: 07/11/2009

The Shuttleworth Collection & Orchestrated Productions Presents

Fireworks Spectacular Saturday 7th November 2009 

Advance ticket prices

Adults £7
Child £5

Prices on the day

Adults £10
Child £7

Gates open 5pm

Tribute Act, John & Dave as the Bruised Brothers 6pm

Firework Display 7pm

Ample parking. Refreshments and bar available on site

Book online or

01767 627933 Daytime

01223 894566 Evenings

A great evening out for the whole family to enjoy

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4th Annual Aviation Lecture
Date: 14/11/2009

The Fourth Annual Shuttleworth Collection Aviation Lecture

Saturday 14th November 2009
(Organised by The Shuttleworth Veteran Aeroplane Society)

Wing Commander Ken Wallis

"A Career In Aviation"

Itinerary

09.30 Arrival Tea & Coffee
Lecture Theatre Shuttleworth College

10.00 Lecture by Wing Cdr. Ken Wallis
Lecture Theatre Shuttleworth College

12.30 Buffet Lunch
Princess Charlotte Room
Shuttleworth Collection Visitor Centre

13.30 Guided Tour of the Shuttleworth Collection
Volunteer engineers & pilots on hand to explain more detail

16.30 Return to Visitor Centre to browse and buy in the shop

All timings are approximate
Guest speaker to be formally confirmed

Tickets in advance only

SVAS Members £32
Non Members £37

Please call 01767 627933 to secure your tickets



 

 


 

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1st April to 31st October
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1st November to 31st March 9.30am to 4pm
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