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Spitfire Factory Tour Biggin Hill

Biggin Hill Airport, Kent

285 Reviews

What's Included

  • A tour of the Biggin Hill Heritage Hangar as seen on TV's 'Inside the Spitfire Factory'
  • See Spitfire restoration projects at various stages of completion
  • View the airworthy aircraft, usually including Spitfire, Hurricane, Harvard, Cub
  • Currently there are 14 Spitfires, 3 Hurricanes, Messerschmitt 109, Harvard and Cub aircraft to view
  • Observe skilled engineers using traditional techniques and tools to restore the aircraft
  • Tours are led by a knowledgeable guide who will explain the history of each aircraft and answer any questions
  • Opportunity to take photographs of most aircraft
  • A collection of vintage cars, motorcycles are also on show
  • You will form part of a small group for this experience (generally 10 per guide)
  • Please allow approximately an hour and a half for this experience
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What Can I Expect

If you're a fan of these classic aircraft (and let's face it, who isn't?) a Spitfire Tour is a dream come true. These very special guided tours give you access to the Biggin Hill Heritage Hangar, which is home to a resplendent collection of Spitfires and other vintage warbirds.

What makes this Spitfire tour unique is that it's a private visit, as the hangar isn't open to the general public. This is your chance to have a good look around the Spitfire factory, witness the everyday goings on, see how the talented team works and generally feel rather emotional and overawed by the whole thing (as we were when we went!).

You'll be met by one of the Spitfire team on arrival and shown through reception. Somewhat innocuous from the outside, this factory at Biggin Hill is a true treasure trove for aviation fans. As soon as the door from the office area to the main hangar is opened, your breath will be taken away.

It all feels so much more alive  than your usual aircraft museum. This is the Spitfire Factory and it's where all the meticulous restoration work is done. It's also where many of the planes are housed after they've been certified airworthy and also where other privately-owned examples of Spitfires are hangared.

You can get properly up close to these aircraft (so much so that you can catch a whiff of that distinctive smell of leather and oil!). As it is a working environment, you will be accompanied on your Spitfire tour for your own safety - and your host will explain everything there is to know about these majestic winged residents.

If you're looking for an aviation-themed present for that very special person, buying them a Biggin Hill Heritage Hangar Spitfire tour where every visitor gets to see the wonderful work this very discrete aviation restoration company does is a fabulous choice. 

When Is It Available

  • Weekdays and weekends throughout the year
  • Tours generally start at either 10:00 or 12:00
  • Dates and session times are subject to availability

Location

  • Biggin Hill Airport, Kent
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Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars

Average Rating: 4.9
Total Reviews: 285

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Reviews

  based on 276 reviews

Rating: 5 stars
Malcolm Parkinson
Fantastic insight into the history of this iconic aircraft. Plus the chance to get up real close an...
Rating: 5 stars
Ted Medhurst
A thoroughly enjoyable and entertaining experience. Great to get up close with these fabulous warbi...
Rating: 5 stars
Valerie Marshall
We had an amazing visit. Austin was a very knowledgable guide and brought the history to life with ...
Rating: 5 stars
Gavin Bartlett
2 Months ago
A tour of the heritage hanger at Biggin Hill is a real must for any Warbird enthusiast. The work th...
Rating: 5 stars
Terry
4 Months ago
Although there was a bit of a mix up with the booking we were still able to get onto the tour. Fan...
Rating: 4 stars
A Trusted Customer
6 Months ago
A really interesting visit and seeing all those great warplanes being lovingly restored and looked ...
Rating: 5 stars
Stephen
8 Months ago
What a fantastic tour! The guide knew everything possible about Spitfires and was very enthusiastic...
 

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