# Event Details - **Event Name**: Stow Maries: Royal Flying Corps Living History - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun, 03 May, 2026 at 03:00 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: During the Great War, the Royal Flying Corps operated from Stow Maries. Come and get a feel for that time, with our Living Historians.About this EventStow Maries Great War Aerodrome Events - 2026As part of our ongoing commitment to our supporters, 2026 sees a bumper crop of events of all kinds. We are dedicated to highlighting that there is 'often something on at Stow'! With a series of 'Added Value' events - where admission fees are the same as regular entry, but you can enjoy our brilliant museum with just a little bit 'extra'. All at no extra cost.Remember, for Added Value events, young people under 11 years in age are Admission Free, and for this particualr one - your ticket covers both days! Yup - if you come on the Saturday, you can come in on the Sunday, with no extra cost!THIS EVENT: Stow Maries: Royal Flying Corps Living HistoryDon't you know there's a War on?In its heyday, RFC Stow Maries - later, RAF Stow Maries - was a centre for early aviation and air defense, battling first Zeppelins and then fixed wing Heavy Bombers sent by Imperial Germany to attack England.For all its operational life, until May 1919, its pilots and crew were airborne as much as they could be, protecting and patrolling the skies above Essex and the region.Come along to learn all about what life was like for these intrepid sorts, their ground crew and the many other roles that worked so hard to keep the aircraft flying.By meeting and chatting with our guests, the Lufberys RFC Living History Group, you can really immerse yourself in the dramatic history of Stow Maries!Please note: this is NOT an air event.Visitors that want to attend in WW1 period attire - please contact info@stowmaries.org.uk to qualify for reduced admission fees.For just your standard admission fee, you get to enjoy all our historians have to show and tell, as well as our range of exciting exhibitions and tours.There are no Mess-Only admissions at this event.Well-behaved dogs on short leads at all times are welcome.Admission tickets will be available on the day.Propeller Club Members can enjoy this event without any admission charge.Image Credits: David Davies and Kevin Gribble https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/8e28ede0-b7c6-11f0-9b73-5188c4a9b9bd-rimg-w1074-h740-dc181818-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/8ee1dda0-b7c6-11f0-9b73-5188c4a9b9bd-rimg-w1110-h740-dc170302-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/8fb8b5a0-b7c6-11f0-9b73-5188c4a9b9bd-rimg-w592-h740-dc331912-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/90728fc0-b7c6-11f0-9b73-5188c4a9b9bd-rimg-w493-h740-dc2c2c2c-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/911697f0-b7c6-11f0-9b73-5188c4a9b9bd-rimg-w493-h740-dc303030-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chelmsford/stow-maries-royal-flying-corps-living-history/100001828166016769 - **Event Categories**: meetups, exhibitions, performances, art, theatre, entertainment, dog, air-shows - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 13.42, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Chelmsford - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome - **lat**: 51.6773125 - **long**: 0.6426351 - **full address**: Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome, Hackman's Lane, Chelmsford, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Stow Maries: Royal Flying Corps Living History - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/b521dddbdedcfd4cb48acf7f92995d38a0b8007087124edd6b780af9adcfb546-rimg-w1200-h832-dc61625d-gmir.jpg?v=1762072398 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Stow Maries: Royal Flying Corps Living History being held? - **A:** Stow Maries: Royal Flying Corps Living History takes place on Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sun, 03 May, 2026 at 03:00 pm at Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome, Hackman's Lane, Chelmsford, United Kingdom. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Stow Maries: Royal Flying Corps Living History? - **A:** Tickets for Stow Maries: Royal Flying Corps Living History are priced at GBP 13 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityAdult Admission (16yrs+) Sat AND Sun (2 days)GBP 13 + GBP 1 feeAvailableRetired / Junior (11-15yrs) Sat AND Sun (2 days)GBP 10 + GBP 1 feeAvailableChild (0-10yrs) AdmissionFreeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Stow Maries: Royal Flying Corps Living History? - **A:** Stow Maries: Royal Flying Corps Living History is organized by Stow Marie Great War Aerodrome Trust. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Stow Maries: Royal Flying Corps Living History is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Chelmsford, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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