de Havilland Aircraft Museum
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Overview
The site of the hall and museum is a very old one. The aircraft museum opened in 1959 to preserve and display the de Havilland Mosquito prototype on the site of its conception. There are displays of 20 de Havilland aircraft and sections, together with a comprehensive collection of de Havilland engines and memorabilia. Selective cockpits are open to enter. Education storyboard 'maze style' gives an outline history of de Havilland Enterprise. Group tours available by appointment, please see website.
Features
- Opening Times
- Opening Times: Open first Sun Mar-last Sun Oct, Tue-Sun and BHs 10.30-5. Group visits, 7pm-9.30pm summer (by appointment). Group visits any day (by appointment). Please check website for current opening times
- Facilities
- Parking onsite
- Parking nearby
- Cafe
About the area
As Hertfordshire is so close to London, many of its towns have become commuter havens. St Albans, less than 19 miles (30km) from the capital, has retained its distinctive character, along with many historic remains.
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