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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



  

 

 

Date:
NEW BOOK LAUNCH



FALL OUT ROMAN CATHOLICS & JEWSNEW BOOK - NOW ON SALE

Written by Tony Haig Thomas - Aviation Trustee for the Shuttleworth Trust Old Forge Publishing - Hard back 232 pages including colour plates.

PROCEEDS FROM THE SALE OF THIS BOOK WILL GO DIRECTLY TO THE SHUTTLEWORTH COLLECTION

The book gives a vivid, detailed and often humourus account of Tony's illustrious and distinguished service in the Royal Air Force. The book makes compelling reading and is lavishly illustrated throughout. Modestly priced at just £16 this is a must have purchase for everyone interested in aviation.

The book will also be available to purchase from our Visitor Centre or by post at £16 plus postage & packaging. Shuttleworth Veteran Aeroplane Society Members £16 post FREE
The book is available from our on line shop.

Date:
10th Wedding Anniversary Celebration



10th Wedding Anniversary Celebration

Sunday 18th May 2008
This May we are looking forward to our tenth anniversary of holding wedding ceremonies in the Swiss Cottage.  To mark this event we will be inviting all wedding couples and ex-wedding staff along to the garden to join in the celebration on Sunday the 18th May. 
If you would like to join us and you were married or held your reception in the Swiss Garden, please bring a photograph of yourselves on your wedding day. Showing your photograph to the Visitor Centre staff will give you free entry to join in the celebrations. .

For further details please contact 01767 627666


Date: 06:03:08
Aircraft Restoration




BLERIOT RESTORATION
The worlds oldest airworthy aeroplane is currently undergoing a complete overhaul within the hangar one aeroworkshops at the world famous Shuttleworth Collection. Extensive work is being carried out on the airframe, re-fabricing and overhauling the Anzani "Fan" type engine.



SE5a NOW FULLY RESTORED

The worlds only original airworthy example of this famous WW1 fighter has been completely overhauled. It is anticipated that we will test fly the aircraft in the spring with a view to displaying this iconic aircraft during the 2008 display season.



FERGUSON BROWN TRACTOR NOW FULLY RESTORED

A rare example of this tractor has been painstakingly restored to it's former glory. The tractor which dates from 1937 is fiited with the orchard type axle which allowed a tighter turning circle. The tractor has the famous ferguson 3 point linkage system. This tractor had been in long term storage on the Shuttleworth Estate with several parts missing. The restoration took place in the hangar one storage area. The work was carried out by SVAS volunteers, overseen by members of the full-time engineering staff over a period of four years. Look out for the tractor on air days when she will be used to tow our vintage aircraft.


SUPERMARINE SPITFIRE MkVc OVERHAUL
Possibly the worlds most original airworthy Supermarine Spitfire is being prepared to receive a replacement Merlin Engine. The replacement engine has been entirely built at Old Warden by both our full time aero engine engineers and SVAS volunteers. Extensive work is being carried out to the engine bay area and everything forward of the pilots seat. Due to the constantly changing progress of our restoration work visitors may like to ring us and check the current status before embarking on their journey. The Spitfire restoration continues to attract huge interest. At the moment the entire fuselage is being paint stripped in preparation for its new paint. The aeroplane may not be visible to the public at certain times because the work is being carried out in a secure environment.  

All these projects are normally on daily show to visitors in hangar one. Make a visit soon and take a look into this fascinating scene. Now is a good time to bring your camera and record how we keep our aviation heritage FLYING! See you soon. For admission and opening times see our home page.


Date: 30/11/2006
New Website



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The site contains information on all the major attractions, including the world famous Shuttleworth Collection of Historic Aircraft, The Swiss Garden, Bird of Prey Centre, Jubilee Play Centre.

 


 


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Winter overhauls in the aeroworkshops. Click here for virtual tour.