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De Havilland Aircraft Heritage Centre
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Attraction Location: Salisbury Hall Hertfordshire Junction 22 M25 |
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Introduction |
| The historic site of the moated Salisbury Hall, mentioned in the Domesday Book,
was chosen by the de Havilland Aircraft Company in 1939 to develop, in secret,
the wooden high-speed unarmed bomber named the Mosquito. With 41 variants of the
type, the Mosquito became the most versatile aircraft of WWII. This began the
Centre's long association with Salisbury Hall, thus making it the oldest
Aviation collection in the Country. Preserving the de Havilland World Enterprise
aviation heritage for future generations. |
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About our services and facilities |
| On display is a
wide variety of de Havilland aircraft, ranging from the wood and fabric DH Moths
to modern military and civil jets. The core of the collection is the unique
Mosquito prototype, the only existing example WWII prototype in the world. Step
inside a Horsa Glider, De Havilland were the designers of the Horsa Glider which
were used during WWII to airlift allied troops into Europe notably used for the
the famous Pegasus bridge assault on D-Day. Also on display is a comprehensive
collection of de Havilland aero engines, propellers, missiles and rockets and
memorabilia. |
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More information |
We offer more
than a collection of static aircraft and provide a unique "hands-on" experience
where visitors are encouraged to inspect the work in progress and ask questions.
The Centre is a registered charity, staffed by volunteers, and has a continuing
active restoration programme,
Something for everyone
With a varied programme of events that
include special photo days, vintage and classic car events, motor cycle rallies,
model exhibitions and memorabilia fayres, there is always something that appeals
to all ages.
Opening Times
The Centre is open from the first Sunday in March to the last Sunday in October: Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays 2:00pm - 5:30pm. Sundays &. Bank Holidays 10:30am - 5:30pm.
Free parking
Visits and guided tours at other times by prior arrangement. The Centre is user friendly for the disabled. School parties and other organised groups welcomed by appointment
Special rates for parties of 1 5 plus are available on application and catering available by prior arrangement. Light refreshments available from the de Havllland Aeroshop. |
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