Harrington Aviation Museum

31/05/2026

Yesterday, from America, for her fourth visit over many years, Cheryl Eyed, daughter of "Carpetbagger" Major (Ret) Albert Habeney, Bombardier with the Walling Crew. Visiting with her were her sister, Melissa Bagnati and her two daughters, Christina and Angelina, for their first time in England. The family had previously kindly donated to the Museum the Uniform and other items, of their late father, worn whilst serving at Harrington and later at Cheddington. Following their visit they all headed off to Northampton to see relatives and the Church where Albert Haberney had married an English girl, who still has family over here. It was great to meet with them and they are already planning another visit in the future 💕

27/05/2026

A welcome and very busy time at the Museum, 23rd-25th May, supporting the National Cold War Heritage week. Many visitors had travelled quite some distance and it was a pleasure to host them on this special occasion. Special thanks go to all Museum Volunteers, for the fine temporary display put on by Howard and Katie and especially to Museum Manager Geoff, who carried out so well the Thor presentations. On Monday, the 25th, Steve and Ian attended the Memorial Day at Cambridge Military Cemetery representing the "Carpetbagger" Group , along with our Wreath. It was our first time being a part of the annual National Cold War week and are intending to support this again in future years. An important and significant part of the history of Harrington. Thank you to all who attended and do hope to meet with you again ❤️

05/05/2026

Details of the Special weekend event, being held 23rd-25th May. On the 23rd and 24th only, there will be two presentations each day, as details attached and limited to 25 persons for each session. On the 25th May there will be no formal presentations, however the displays being set-up for the previous two days will remain and Museum Volunteers will be on hand. This is an entirely new event, highly relevant and a very important part of the post-WW2 History of Harrington.

29/04/2026

Another great group visit to our Museum last Monday from the National WWII Museum, based in New Orleans. Always well briefed and very knowledgeable. Their Museum operates some amazing tours, worldwide and we are delighted that they include us when visiting here in the UK 💕

23/04/2026

𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝗪𝗮𝗿 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲: 𝗛𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝘃𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝗲𝘂𝗺

Harrington Aviation Museum offers a unique insight into Britain’s Cold War history, set within the original operations block of a former RAF base. Once home to Thor nuclear missiles, the site played a key role in the UK’s strategic defence during a period of global tension.

Visitors can explore exhibitions, artefacts, and talks that bring this history to life, including displays relating to the Thor missile programme and the site’s earlier wartime operations.

Dates: 23–24 May 2026
Times: Tours running across the day

Find out more: https://harringtonmuseum.org.uk/
Booking not required.

23/04/2026

Busy again last weekend. We had visitors and friends, including the 361st Fighter Group from Bottisham, Lee John Gibbs, a friend of the 385th Bombardment Group, Great Ashfield, along with his partner "Haybag Annie" Adamson, a leading Artist who paints wartime flight Jackets, the Hillman Owners Club, with fine examples of the Imp and a rare Husky, Jeremy Britton and family, Grandson of David Britton, who was a Jedburgh and KIA serving with Force 136 in Burma and many other fine visitors. Makes everything that we do so worthwhile 💕

13/04/2026

A Group visit to the Museum yesterday, by the Velocette Owners Club. Our Museum Chairman had been hoping to see a Velocette LE, the scourge of both Scooter and Motorcycle riders in the 1960's, an image is attached. Although this was not to be, a great selection of Motorcycles and a very knowledgeable and fine group, who plan to return another day 💕

05/04/2026

A fine visit to our Museum today by the Mazda MX-5 Eastern Car Club owners. The Cars were immaculate and very well presented. Hopefully we will see you again one day, you will always be most welcome 👍

04/04/2026

All donations will be greatly appreciated and of much assistance towards the Museum's future. Many thanks 💕

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01/03/2026

We are pleased to advise the Museum opening dates for 2026, our 33rd season. April 4th, 5th and 6th and 18th and 19th. May 2nd, 3rd and 4th, 16th and 17th and our 3 day National Cold War event 23rd, 24th and 25th. June 6th and 7th and 20th and 21st. July 4th and 5th and 18th and 19th. August 1st and 2nd, 15th and 16th and 29th, 30th and 31st. September 12th and 13th and 26th and 27th. October 10th and 11th and 24th and 25th.

We are actively seeking new Museum Members and Volunteers, please contact the Museum, through our website, for further details.

We greatly look forward to meeting with you 🙂