Stowes Marie Great War Aerodrome
Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome is a unique place, with a unique history.
Book NowStow Maries Great War Aerodrome
Friday 21st August 2026
£59pp
Guided tour and sandwiches, scones, cake & tea included.
Fast Track
Leighton Buzzard West Street
Tring Brook Street
Hemel Hempstead Gadebridge Park
Discover one of Britain’s most remarkable hidden heritage sites at Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome — a place where history truly comes to life.
Step back over 100 years and explore the fascinating story of a pioneering First World War airfield,
where moments of intense wartime action gave way to decades of peaceful countryside calm.
Wander through award-winning exhibitions set within beautifully preserved original WW1 buildings and modern hangars,
featuring immersive interactives, detailed dioramas, and captivating displays for visitors of all ages.
Opened in 1916, Stow Maries was home to B Flight of No. 37 (Home Defence) Squadron of the Royal Flying Corps,
playing a vital role in defending Britain during the first Zeppelin and Gotha bomber raids.
On 1 April 1918, history was made here when No. 37 Squadron became part of the newly formed Royal Air Force —
marking Stow Maries as an important birthplace of the RAF story.
Today, visitors can experience the atmosphere of this extraordinary aerodrome,
uncover the stories of the people who served here, and enjoy a unique journey through Britain’s aviation heritage.
Requests for particular seats on the coach can be made when booking and we will do our best to accommodate these requests, but allocations are made on a first come first served basis, dependent upon customer mobility. We reserve the right to change your seat and allocate you a different one for operational reasons.
On single bookings, we reserve the right to alter your seating to maximize the seating available. We accept no liability in the event of any such change.
Day Trip
Timings to be confirmed.
Accessability
Ground floor site with very few stairs.
Push-Wheelchairs available for use on site by request.
Fast Track
Leighton Buzzard West Street,Tring Brook Street,Hemel Hempstead Gadebridge Park.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| HH Gadebridge Park | Hemel Hempstead Gadebridge Park Leighton Buzzard Road Bus Stop |
| LB West Street North | Leighton Buzzard West Street Outside the British Legion |
| Tring South | Tring, Brook Street Bus stop Next to Petrol Station |
