The Essex HMVA Military and Flying Machines show

Don't miss the amazing Essex HMVA Military and Flying Machines show at Damyns Hall Aerodrome, Upminster, Essex, on the 8th and 9th of August from 10am until 5pm.

We have hundreds of military vehicles across all eras and nationalities to see - from push bikes to massive trucks that even make the tanks look small! The tanks and armoured vehicles will be taking part in the awesome and well renowned vehicle parades in addition to the battle re-enactments, we also have a fantastic turn out of classic cars, bikes and buses.

There's an amazing turn out of living history displays with over 60 groups and nearly a thousand living history displays, depicting military life from many periods and nationalities. These historical re-enactors go to massive lengths to represent living history as accurately and authentically as possible and are always happy to answer your questions or demonstrate equipment so don't be afraid to ask! This is an almost unique opportunity to see how the soldiers of different nationalities and time periods lived and to get close to the weapons, equipment and atmosphere of the time.

Not only that, but we have a fantastic line up of aircraft from all ages - in previous years, we've had everything from a Merlin helicopter through to the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight and everything in-between!

There are Arena activities taking place throughout day, with military vehicle parades where you can see these historic vehicles in motion and allowing you to get close to a military convoy including tanks and armoured vehicles, see and hear them roaring around the arena and learn a little about their history. As always, there will be our very loud battles and demonstrations and don’t forget to join in the kids marching drill.

There's so much more for the kids to get involved in, as well as all the stuff to watch, there's also the vintage fair ground, model making and many other activities. What better way is there for the younger generation to learn about our history than to hear about it from those who made it - our wonderful veterans that are always happy to tell their own story. Back by popular demand will be our wonderful live 'wartime' entertainment in our huge marquee all day, including music and a 40s fashion show.

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Tickets for 2015 are priced at £12 for adults and £6.00 for children for either Saturday or Sunday, or you can buy a weekend pass for both days for £20.00 adult and £10.00 for children.