Public open days as listed on our website. Educational/private group visits available. WW2 era Aircraft & Military Vehicles on display
Hangar 42, Blackpool Airport
Joined August 2013
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Fantastic set up at the @LSASpitfire Visitor Centre. The kids and big kids learnt a lot and were treated so well by the knowledgeable & friendly volunteers. Top marks!
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Wayne Davey captures this incredible shot of Hawker Hurricane G-HURI 🔥🔥
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30 DAYS: 10:00am - @jennylockyer will be at @lsaspitfire for Amy Johnson: Last Flight Out promoted by Saving Amy in #Blackpool on 14th Oct TICKETS: eventbrite.com/e/amy-johnson…
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We have a very busy July, August & September! Where will you be seeing Hurricane G-HURI?
@OldBuckAirshow
@blackpoolairuk
@LythamLifeStyle
@LSASpitfire
@LittleGransden
@I_W_M #Duxford
@RAFNortholt
@RAFBBMF
@SouthportAir
@VFAudleyEnd
#Airshow
Our thanks to @DarrenHarbar
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First out of the blocks today is Leisure & Tourism finalist@LSASpitfireOur judges have another seven visits to get through today and it was a real struggle getting them out of the centre. So if you’re looking for a fantastic day out – look no further. Great Job!
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ALT Two young boys and their mother look at a display in the National Emergency Services Museum.
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Some great coverage from the @southportpress on our exhibition at @AtkinsonThe
It continues until the end of September with some exciting additions to come.
@RAFIngham
@BofBBunker
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@PolishEmbassyUK
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COMPETITION TIME 🇺🇦🇬🇧🇺🇦🇬🇧
Like and Retweet to win a personalised signed copy in Hardback.
#Competition #SASWhoDaresWins #SlavaUkrani #thriller #ColdRed #Traitors #Hunted @bonnierbooks_uk @BenWillisUK @ZaffreBooks
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RDPHistory: @LSASpitfire Yep, worked with 1453 flight RAF. I actually have a few of their photos... And their photo reconnaissance table, as it happens. Here's a couple of shots of the Phantoms over the Falklands with them 😊
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The SAS are back at Blackpool Airport, good job there's a Domino's across from the airport. Hungry SAS warriors
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Happy 101st Birthday to Jan ‘Black’ Stangryciuk.
Jan is the last remaining 300 Sqn and Polish Bomber Sqn, Rear Gunner.🇵🇱
A wonderful veteran and great friend to @RAFIngham
Spitfire Visitor Centre retweeted
A busy day at the @AtkinsonThe in Southport for the PHF Team, setting up our exhibition which starts on Saturday 15th April!
Our thanks to:
The Polish Air Force Memorial Committee
@RAFIngham
RAF Ingham Heritage Centre
@BofBBunker
Battle of Britain Bunker, Uxbridge
#Poland
Spitfire Visitor Centre retweeted
This incredible Polish Spitfire flies high at the @AtkinsonThe 🇵🇱
Check out our Spitfire! 🛩️
Originally created by Suhail Shaikh for our Courage & Devotion exhibition back in 2021, it is now a focal point as you walk up our stairs!
ALT The Atkinson's compass point at the top of the main staircase. A paper model of a Spitfire in midflight is suspended above the staircase.
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Finally a big thank you to all the team @LSASpitfire for an exciting and informative day. #year6 #worldwar2 #ww2
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Hawker Hurricane G-HURI taken during its recent visit to Blackpool. Home of the Polish Air Force in Britain. @LSASpitfire – at East Midlands, England
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With the Spitfire currently based in Blackpool we would love to host any groups who would like to visit with VIP access. Please get in touch if interested! – at East Midlands, England
Our volunteer team had a great time hosting the Royal British Legion last night.
Would your group, club or school like to book a private visit? Get in touch via [email protected] to discuss your needs
#hangar42 #spitfire #visitorcenter #royalbritishlegion
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Last week 1098, 1913 and 1128 joined us in our trip to Hangar 42, where the cadets learned about all different aspects of war time Britain and how the spitfire and hurricanes played a vital role in the Battle of Britain.
@LSASpitfire @1908BootleATC @1913ATC @CrosbyATC
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It’s Armed Forces Day! Learn more about Blackpool’s military history and enjoy a day of family fun at @LSASpitfire from 10-4pm.
🎫 Adults: £6.00 | Children aged 8-16: £4.00 | 7 and under: free
🎫 Free entry for serving members of the UK Armed Forces, veterans and their families
