# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Flying Past – Aviation in Kent with Guy Bartlett
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 21 May, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Thu, 21 May, 2026 at 08:30 pm (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: Did you know Kent has been at the forefront of aviation since the 1880s?
Guy Bartlett, a local aviation historian, takes you on a fascinating journey through Kent’s aviation heritage – from the daring days of balloons and majestic airships to the evolution of aircraft.

When: Thursday 21st May 2026

Timings: 7 to 8:30pm

Price: £15 per person

Age: All welcome

Places: Limited to 40 places

Accessibility: The room and our toilets are fully accessible

Booking is essential.
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About the Talk:
Maybe surprisingly, Kent has been at the forefront of aviation since the 1880’s.

This talk will explore the history of balloons, airships and aircraft in the county. It includes information about Kentish airfields past and present.

It gives suggestions for places of interest which you may like to visit.

This presentation offers something for everyone who has an interest in either Kent or aviation.

Why did Concorde fly from Kent?
Which famous aeronautical pioneers travelled from the USA to Leysdown on the Isle of Sheppey?

Tickets are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled by the museum.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/maidstone/flying-past-aviation-in-kent-with-guy-bartlett/200030006121428
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Maidstone
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: St Faith's Street, ME14 1LH Maidstone, United Kingdom
- **lat**: 51.27571
- **long**: 0.51998
- **full address**: St Faith's Street, ME14 1LH Maidstone, United Kingdom, Maidstone, United Kingdom

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Flying Past – Aviation in Kent with Guy Bartlett being held?
  - **A:** Flying Past – Aviation in Kent with Guy Bartlett takes place on Thu, 21 May, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Thu, 21 May, 2026 at 08:30 pm at St Faith's Street, ME14 1LH Maidstone, United Kingdom, Maidstone, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Flying Past – Aviation in Kent with Guy Bartlett?
  - **A:** Flying Past – Aviation in Kent with Guy Bartlett is organized by Maidstone Museums.

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