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IWM Duxford

IWM Duxford
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IWM Duxford, part of Imperial War Museums, is Britain’s largest aviation museum and a historic airfield that played a vital role in the Battle of Britain. Located just south of Cambridge, it combines immersive exhibitions with the rare experience of seeing historic aircraft take to the skies from the very runway they once flew. Spread across vast hangars, the site showcases legendary machines such as the Spitfire, Concorde, B‑17 Flying Fortress, and Avro Vulcan, alongside tanks, military vehicles, and personal stories from those who lived through conflict2. Highlights include the AirSpace hangar, celebrating British and Commonwealth aviation, and the American Air Museum, honouring US contributions in Europe. Visitors can explore the historic Operations Room, walk the airfield, and witness live flying displays during special events. More than a static collection, IWM Duxford is a living museum where history, innovation, and human courage are brought vividly to life.

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Location

The Imperial War Museum Duxford (IWM Duxford) is located near Duxford village in Cambridgeshire, approximately 9 miles south of Cambridge city centre. The museum occupies the historic Duxford Aerodrome, a former Royal Air Force airfield with strong ties to World War I and II history. The site spans 238 acres and features original wartime hangars alongside modern exhibition buildings, including the award-winning American Air Museum. It is situated close to the M11 motorway at Junction 10, providing easy road access, and nearby train stations include Whittlesford Parkway, Royston, and Cambridge. The area surrounding the museum is rural with open spaces and farmland, with the museum itself hosting regular air shows and events.

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