- The Premier Military show for London and Essex
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About the Show
2012 Show Video
If you've never been to the military and flying machines show, don’t just take our word for how good it is - take a look at our new 2012 Show Video and see what some of our visitors thought!Military & Classic Vehicles
As always, we will have hundreds of military vehicles across all eras and nationalities - 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 tank and armoured vehicle parade. We also have a fantastic turn out of classic cars, bikes, buses and steam engines. What are you most looking forward to seeing?
Flying Displays
Guess what – they're back! We're really looking forward to a full flying schedule again this year. We've already confirmed the legendary Hurricane as well as the 'Sally B' B17 Flying Fortress and we're hoping to have the Merlin Helecopter visit again this year. Other aircraft will be added to the display as we confirm them, so watch this space for the latest news, sign up to the newsletter or find us on Facebook. Living History Displays
We have an amazing turn out of living history displays with over 60 groups and nearly a thousand reenactors 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, get close to the weapons, equipment and atmosphere of the time. Where else would you be able to get up close and personal to your past? For the Kids
There's so much for the kids to get involved in, as well as all the stuff to watch, there's also the vintage fair ground, kids mini jeep and land rover rides, bouncy castles, model making and don't forget to join in the kids marching drill – which is so popular we do it twice a day! 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. There will also be Tank and Helicopter rides running throughout the day. Entertainment
Back by popular demand will be our wonderful live 'wartime' entertainment in our huge marquee all day, including a 40's style “Big Band”, the “Polka Dot Girls” A salute to the 40's style all girl singing group and “Annie Andrews”, our gorgeous 40's pin-up singer, and a fab fashion show from yesteryear! All along with our Marching Band and with the opportunity to meet our Veterans and Chelsea pensioners, there is loads to get involved in. Arena
Arena activities take place all day, vehicle parades where you can see the historic vehicles in motion. The Tank parade allows you to get close with a convoy of 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 battle's and fire power demonstrations.
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Affiliations
The Military and flying machines show is proud to support Combat Stress.
Combat Stress is the UK's leading charity that specalises in the treatment and support of British Armed Forces Veterans who have mental health problems.
Everything they do is free of charge to the Veterans. Their work is made possible through statutory, non-statutory and voluntary fundraising. They simply couldn't do what they do without the generosity and support of the Great British public.
For more information, please visit their website at: http://www.combatstress.org.uk
The Essex Minature Armoured Fighting Vehicle Association (MAFVA) is a branch of the Miniature Armoured Fighting Vehicle Association (MAFVA); a UK-based modeller's organisation established more than 40 years ago. Essex is one of more than a dozen similarly affiliated clubs spread throughout the UK.
Their interest is in building tanks and other armoured vehicles as well as military transports, figures and dioramas from World War I right up to the present day. Some of their members also make aircraft, ships, model trains and even sci-fi models.
For details about MAFVA please visit: http://www.mafva.net
The Military and flying machines show is a member of the British Air Display Association (BADA)
The British Air Display Association was formed in April 2011 following a number of successful informal meetings by organisers, pilots and others associated with air displays. These meetings identified a need to have an organisation to encourage, promote and advance Safety and Standards in British air displays whilst encouraging open discussion on all aspects of staging an airshow, from the smallest show, involving a couple of flying displays, to the largest show with international following.
Organising an airshow is more than just asking a few pilots to come along and fly their aircraft and the members of BADA represent every aspect of the air display community, from organisers and pilots to commentators and showground contractors.
If you'd like to read more about BADA, please visit their website at: http://www.bada.uk.com/
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As Seen on TV
We had the pleasure of having Edd and Mike from the TV programme "Wheeler Dealers" at our 2012 show, who came to show off their restored WW2 Jeep.
If you'd like to see more pictures of the Jeep, click the Discovery channel logo below to visit Discovery's website:
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Site and Transport Maps
Please see below for maps showing the routes and entrances to the site as well as a map showing the general layout of our show.
Click here for our
traffic routes map (.pdf).
Click here for our
2013 site map (.pdf).
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Frequently asked Questions
Q: What are the dates for the 2013 show?
A: With our preview day on Friday 2nd, our main show days are Saturday the 3rd & Sunday the 4th of August, from 10am – 5pm daily.
Q: How do I get there?
A: Please refer to the 'How to get there' menu on our website.
Q: What is the Friday preview day?
A: Come and join us a day early, to get a taste of what's to come over the weekend with a chance to see some of our living history groups, ad-hoc displays in the arena, live entertainment and whilst there aren't any scheduled air displays, there will be aircraft movement throughout the day. For the military enthusiast it’s a chance to catch up with your friends and walk round the sales stands.
Q: Are dogs allowed into the show?
A: Yes they are, they must be on a leash at all times. However please be aware there will be loud unexpected bangs and noises, also, there will be large vehicles and tanks movements so please ensure you take care.
Q: Can we stay after the site closes to the public at 6pm?
A: We're sorry, but due to security reasons, the general public are not permitted on the site after 6pm. Our security team will be checking that people have the correct type of wristbands allowing them to stay on site.
Q: How much does it cost?
A: Please see our Purchase tickets section for Adult tickets, which start from £8.00
Q: When can I buy tickets and where?
A: Tickets are available in advance if paying by card or you can buy them on the gate on the day.
Q: Can I pay with my credit/debit card at the gate?
A: the moment we are unable to take Credit or Debit cards except when you pay in advance - as such, we can only accept cash at the entrance gate.
We are working with our providers to accept Credit and Debit Card payments as quickly as possible and will update the website as soon as we have any news.
Q: Can I buy weekend tickets to attend both days?
A: Yes, we offer a range of weekend tickets covering entry for the Saturday and Sunday; (see our buy tickets page) You will be issued with a special wrist pass for re-admission. We are sorry however; the pass is non-transferable and is only valid for the purchasers. We are unable to offer a ticket for all 3 days currently.
Q: Can the public camp overnight?
A: Sorry No. Unfortunately the airfield doesn’t have the facilities for the public to camp overnight.
Q: Are there disabled facilities
A: Yes, we have dedicated disabled parking (blue badge must be present), and disabled toilets.
Q: Is the ground suitable for mobility vehicles?
A: Yes, the show event is mainly on grass and every effort is made to keep it as suitable as possible to allow mobility vehicles to use the site.
Q: Can I bring my own food and drink?
A: Yes there are areas where you can settle down and have a picnic just mind the tanks!
Q: Are we allowed to have a BBQ?
A: Sorry we're afraid not. Due to the numbers of vintage vehicles and the large amounts of fuel they have to carry (a tank needs 4 gallons of fuel to drive a mile!) we try to do everything we can to minimise fire risk.
Q: Who are the Essex MVT?
A: Formed by historic military vehicle enthusiasts. The Military Vehicle Trust has grown into one of the largest military vehicle preservation groups in existence with branches worldwide and a membership of thousands. It is registered under the Charities Act 1960 No. 327768. The Essex Branch has a membership of over two hundred people with two hundred and fifty vehicles ranging from push bikes, jeeps and lorries through to artillery and tanks. Historic Military Vehicles are in much demand for fetes, shows, living history displays and film work. Branch member's vehicles date from WW1 and WW2 through to relatively modern examples such as Chieftain tanks. Visit our site for more information.
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2012 Show Video
Don't just take our word for how good the show is - here's a video from some of our visitors last year:
Tanks for the ride!
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Present Arms model show
Its back! We will again have the honour of hosting the Essex Miniature Armoured Fighting Vehicle Association’s (MAFVA) annual model show “Present Arms” in our model Marquee. This is a chance for children to build their own model and was such a hit last year (even with some of the bigger kids).
Stop the press!
The Military and Flying machines show has been featured in both the Romford recorder and the Yellow Advertiser. We are holding pre-show media days for members of the press. Please contact us for details.
Even more days for the show
Don’t forget the 2013 show will extend to three very full days! The weekend kicks off on Friday 2nd August when we open the doors for our new “preview day”, we then go into full swing on Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th with all day arena activities featuring loads of action, big bangs, fantastic live entertainment, living history displays, military and classic vehicles, kids entertainment, vintage funfair as well as militaria and vintage stalls.
Don't miss out
Did you know you can get all the latest news about our show first, information on some of the exhibits and entertainments, articles of interest, prizes, and much, much more by signing up to our monthly e-newsletter. Don’t worry if you missed last months, there’s a link on the latest newsletter to see what you have missed.
Warhorse
The Military and Flying Machines team are very excited to announce the line-up of tanks and armoured vehicles so far. We are delighted that the very rare WW1 “War Horse” replica tank has chosen our show to make one of its last appearances in the UK. This fully operational replica of a British Mk IV tank is set to be on display at this year’s show. OSCAR award-wining special effects company Neil Corbould Special Effects LTD, (whose credits include Saving Private Ryan) built the replica for the film Warhorse in which it makes a brief appearance. Although from the outside it is totally authentic, it was built around the engine, transmission and track from a modern commercial excavator.
Joining our “War Horse” tank will be, Sherman, Stuart M5, T72, Panzer 3, Hellcat M18, M10 Tank Destroyer, Scorpion, several Fighting Vehicle 432’s the cold war British “battle taxi”, Dingo Armoured Car, Bren Carrier and two Daimler’s Armoured Cars. The tanks will have a bigger arena this year, providing them with more space to display the awesome might of these mechanical marvels. We are in the process of adding to this list and we will bring you more details soon.
Sponsors and Advertisers.
We would love to hear from companies who would like to help out make our show continue to be a success. You could sponsor an arena event or an air display, place an advert in our programme or have a trade stand. With over 15000 visitors last year, following on from our appearance on Wheeler Dealers, this year's event is going to be our biggest and you could be a part of that success.
Your company could be on this page!
Please get in contact with our marketing team who can help you discuss the various options.
By Road
This year, our new show layout has meant that we have a bigger car park closer to the main show, with a new dedicated visitor entrance located in Warwick Lane. There is also an entrance in Warwick Lane for exhibitor vehicles which cannot enter the LEZ zone. The original entrance in Aveley Road is now for exhibitors and emergency vehicles only.
Directions from M25 at Dartford Crossing Junction 31:
Take the exit toward A13/Dagenham/Rainham. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto the A13 towards London. After about one and a half miles take the first exit onto the A1306. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto A1306 towards Rainham /Wennington. Go through 1 roundabout following the A1306 and after about a mile take the right turn onto Launder's Lane just before the Low Emission Zone signs. At the next Crossroads turn right into Warwick Lane and our show entrance is on the left.
Directions from M25/A127 Junction 29:
Take the A127 towards London and after a mile take the exit towards Upminster /Cranham. Then turn left onto Hall Ln and follow past Upminster Station until the crossroads. At the traffic lights go straight across Corbets Tey Rd (B1421). Carry straight on at the mini roundabout and further along turn right onto Harwood Hall Lane (signposted as towards Rainham and Belhus Woods Country Park). At the next mini roundabout turn left onto Aveley Rd and after a short distance right into Gerpins Lane (signposted as towards Gerpins Lane recycling centre). Finally at the end of the lane turn left into Warwick Lane. Our entrance is on your left. This route avoids the need for a right turn into the site.
Directions from London:
Exit London via the A12 then at the Gallows Corner Junction take the A127 towards Southend and after one and a half miles take the exit towards Upminster /Cranham. Follow the slip road into Hall Ln and continue past Upminster Station until the crossroads. At the traffic lights go straight across Corbets Tey Rd (B1421). Carry straight on at the mini roundabout and further along, turn right onto Harwood Hall Lane (signposted as towards Rainham and Belhus Woods Country Park). At the next mini roundabout turn left onto Aveley Rd and after a short distance right into Gerpins Lane (signposted as towards Gerpins Lane recycling centre). Finally at the end of the lane turn left into Warwick Lane. Our entrance is on your left. This route avoids the need for a right turn into the site.
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traffic routes map (.pdf).
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By Public Transport
Via Upminster Station
From London Fenchurch Street:
C2C services depart Fenchurch Street station to Upminster every 10 minutes on Friday and Saturday; four times per hour on Sunday.
From London Underground lines:
Take the DLR, District, Hammersmith & City or Jubilee Lines as far as West Ham then changing onto the C2C service or you can remain on the District line throughout but this can take up to 15 minutes longer.
From Romford:
Greater Anglia trains run every 30 minutes from Romford on Friday & Saturday. No Service on Sunday.
From Southend:
C2C services depart Southend Central every 15 minutes
Once you reach Upminster station:
Continue by catching bus No.370 from stop B towards Lakeside, getting off at the Corbetts Tey stop RM14 (South Ockendon Rd). You will need to walk for approximately 15 minutes to the showground (Please be aware that this involves walking along some roads without pavements with close running traffic, and caution is advised). This journey will take about 40 minutes in total. On Friday & Saturday buses run about every 15 minutes and on Sundays run every 30 minutes.
Alternatively, a Taxi service is available from Upminster station which is run by Station Cars. Please call them to book in advance (if possible) on 01708-229400 - Don't forget to arrange your return journey from the show.
Via Rainham Station
From London:
C2C services depart Fenchurch Street station to Rainham every 30 minutes on Friday and Saturday. On Sundays, there are no direct trains from London - an hourly service operates from Barking. Alternatively, use the District, Hammersmith & City or London Overground lines as far as Barking changing onto the C2C service.
Unfortunately there are no buses from Rainham station but there are local taxi services:-
A.L Mini Car Service Tel 01708-522222 / 521600 / 521000 or Broadway Cars Tel 01708-522600 both of which are within a 5 minute walk from station followed by a 10 minute ride to the airfield.Flying in
Runways
Damyns Hall Aerodrome has 2 runways and can accommodate all types of fixed and rotary winged aircraft. One main grass runway oriented 03/21 approximately 650 metres long.
Location
Coordinates 51 31 43 N 000 14 44 E
Runway 21 Left hand circuit.
Circuit Height 1000FT. QFE
ICAO Code EGML
Runway 03 Right hand circuit.
QFE Elevation 56FT ASL
Air Ground Radio
The aerodrome has an Air Ground Radio Service on "Hornchurch Radio" 119.550. Please broadcast and listen out on this frequency.
Approach
All traffic should avoid flying over the local conurbations and approach by the clear corridors to the North East and South of the Aerodrome. Be aware that Damyns Hall Arodrome is close to London City Airport so you are unable to approach from the west. There is a 2,500ft limit as London TMA is overhead. Please check your charts for airspace.
Joining Instructions
Join overhead at 1,400ft (QNH) to avoid entering the airspace of London City Airport. Please note revised circuit rules for 03/21
Noise Abatement
Please read the Damyns Hall Aerodrome Noise Abatement page
VRP
On approaching Damyns Hall, please report passing abeam Brentwood, when entering by the North East corridor and passing abeam the QE2 Bridge, when entering by the Southern corridor.
NOTAMS
Visit the National Air Traffic Services web site for notices to airmen. This site will require you to set up a user name and password prior to being able to use it. Damyns Hall information can be located using the following details:-ICAO Code – EGML
For full details go to the Damyns Hall Aerodeome website.
PPR: To establish PPR please call01708 558388
prior to departure.Exhibitor Frequently asked Questions
Q: What are the dates for the 2013 show?
A: With our preview day on Friday the 2nd, our main show days are on Saturday the 3rd & Sunday the 4th of August, from 10am – 5pm daily.
Q: How do I get there?
A: Please refer to the 'How to get there' menu on our website.
Q: Can we stay after the site closes to the public at 6pm?
A: The general public are not permitted on the site after 6pm. However, stall holders and exhibiters are allowed on the site after this time. Our security team will be checking that people have the correct type of wristbands allowing them to stay on site.
Q: Where can I find out about tickets I might need?
A: See our Purchase tickets section.
Q: Are dogs allowed into the show?
A: Yes they are, they must be on a leash at all times. However please be aware there will be loud unexpected bangs and loud noises, large vehicles and tanks movements so please take care.
Q: How do I stand bringing my vehicle to the show as the show location falls into the LEZ?
A: We have made arrangements for vehicles that are non-compliant. Please see our LEZ pages for all the information you will need, including compliance details.
Q: Do I need a wristband as an exhibitor or a stall holder to stay overnight?
A: Yes, to ensure greater security on our site overnight, we will be checking that people have the correct wristbands entitling them to stay. Vehicle owners will be sent 2 adult and 2 child wristbands by default. Additional passes will be provided for people accompanying your vehicle or support vehicle onto the site, at the organisers discretion upon request on the booking form. There are separate arrangements for pre-booked re-enactment groups. Stallholders will be sent 3 wristbands unless prior arrangements have been made
Q: What parking is there for my support vehicle?
A: There is a dedicated car park for Support and stallholder vehicles. You will need to complete an additional entry form for vehicle owners using low-loaders in order that we can ensure we have arrangements on hand for your support vehicle arrival. You will need to park your vehicle in the parking space provided before we open to the public.
Q: When does the showground open to stallholders and exhibitors?
A: You can access the site as of Wednesday 31st July after 10am for stall holders and 2pm for vehicle owners and re-enactors. The site will be closed to the public until Friday. Please ensure you have checked in with one of our site team if you are unsure where you are to go before setting up a display or your tent. Please be aware that aircraft are likely to arrive during Thursday so we may need to close areas off while these land. Please do not forget to ensure you have completed an application form and have your wristbands.
Q: Is the daytime and evening music entertainment free?
A: yes, the entertainment which has been laid on in the marquee is free - sadly the beer isn't!
Q: When do we need to vacate the site by ?
A: You will need to leave the site by 12pm on Monday 5th in order for the site owners to clear up and prepare for the sites next event.
Stalls and Stands
Please wait for a confirmation to ensure your space is earmarked and your stall has been accepted, before making any arrangements. We reserve the right to restrict certain types of stands or stalls in order to keep a balance in line with the show theme. All traders are required to download, complete and return via postal mail an application form (which is at the bottom of this page) in order to obtain the required wristbands for entry into the site. Stall holders can set up from Wednesday 31st July, but we will be closed to the general public until Friday.
PLEASE NOTE:
The prices stated on the booking form is for the entire show duration. The pitch sizes stated are the maximum available, unless multiple pitches are booked. All vehicles must be within the boundaries of the pitch - additional parking is available if needed away from your pitch site. There are a limited number of standard size charity pitches available for £20. A charity pitch will only be allocated with proof of your registered charity number. You will be able to arrive on Wednesday 1st August after 10.00 hours and MUST vacate the site by 12.00 hours on Monday 5th August.
We are expecting the MERLIN HELICOPTER to arrive on Thursday morning, and this may affect your ability to set up your pitch during its landing.Entry for up to three people per booking is included. Others will be charged show entry prices unless prior arrangements have been made.
Please ensure you send your completed form, a copy of your Public Liability Insurance Certificate, your cheque made out to:
"M.V.C.G. ESSEX BRANCH"and an A5 stamped, self addressed envelope to -Tracey Brew , 12 Westmarch, South Woodham Ferrers, Chelmsford, Essex CM3 7AB.Your application must arrive no later than the 22nd July - otherwise you will only be able to pay for the pitch by cash on the day (and will be charged a premium to do so).
To apply for a stall pitch, please print off and complete the application form below
Stall holders booking form (.pdf)
MVT CODE OF CONDUCT and Safety at Events
THE BASIC CODE OF CONDUCT
Members should not act prejudicial to the interests of the MVT, or bring the reputation of the MVT into disrepute. This includes any act involving any media communication in the public domain.
The following will apply at any event at which MVT members are appearing, whether or not the Trust is involved with the organisation of such an event. It is intended to safeguard both MVT members and public from potentially unacceptable risks and injury.
1. VEHICLE CONDITION
It is the duty of all members to ensure that their vehicles are maintained in a legal, safe and roadworthy condition.
2. PERSONAL DISCIPLINE
The MVT is represented by its members and members are deemed to be responsible for the behaviour of their guests. Whether driving, being carried as a passenger or performing safety-oriented duties, standards of deportment and politeness must be maintained so that the Trust is presented to the public as a responsible organisation.
3. DRIVER QUALIFICATION>
a) Any vehicle being driven should be controlled by the holder of a current full driving license for that class of vehicle, who is driving with the full permission of the owner and, above all, who is familiar with that particular vehicle.
b) Outside public opening times a properly supervised provisional licence holder is permitted to drive provided that the vehicle is displaying 'L' plates and the event organisers have assessed the activity as low risk and have authorised the lessons.
c) At no time should a child or a non-licence holder be in charge or control of a vehicle as this could invalidate any insurance policy. This includes vehicle left with ignition keys in place or with the engine or machinery in motion.
4. VEHICLE INSURANCE
Owners must ensure that their vehicles are covered for public highway use and that all drivers are similarly covered. It is the responsibility of the driver to confirm insurance cover with the owner before taking charge of a vehicle. Vehicles which are trailered to an event require third party insurance if they are to be unloaded and subsequently driven at the event.
5. VEHICLE SPEED AND MOVEMENT
Vehicles should move through a showground only in accordance with the wishes of the organisers. Headlamps must be illuminated and horn or siren warnings considered. Vehicles should be driven at a responsible speed at all times, not exceeding the maximum speed limit and having full regard to the safety of people present at the event.
6. PASSENGERS
No vehicle must carry more passengers than the number of seats on that vehicle or more passengers than the insurance policy or driver’s license permits. They must be correctly seated and children properly supervised. On fully armoured, tracked vehicles, no passengers or crew must be carried on the exterior of the vehicle under any circumstances. On amphibious vehicles, all crew and passengers must be equipped with flotation devices or life-jackets when water-borne.
7. TRACKED VEHICLE MOVEMENT
Tracked vehicles should not move through crowds unless absolutely necessary. If movement is necessary responsible adults should walk ahead and to the side of the vehicle to warn members of the public. Judicious use of an advance warning vehicle is recommended. (See 2. above).
8. RESTRICTED DRIVER VISION
If any vehicle has restricted vision, a responsible adult must act as vehicle commander. They must be in voice contact with the driver. It is the commander's responsibility to ensure passenger safety, especially when persons are mounting or dismounting from the vehicle, which should be done under the vehicle commander’s guidance.
9. PROJECTIONS
Drivers must ensure that any projections outside the normal overall width, length and height of their vehicle such as whip aerials or ring-mounted machine-guns, are properly secured before moving off, especially when moving through crowds or in areas with overhead cables.
10. NOISE
Guidance will be provided to all attendees of an event about noise restrictions from the event organisers which should be followed. No excessive noise should be made which could cause a nuisance to others. Generators should not be used on a show site or camping site between the hours of 10:30 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. unless otherwise stated or agreed by the show organisers.
11. FIRE PRECAUTIONS
All members will carry a suitable, modern type fire extinguisher on their vehicles. All stallholders at MVT events will have a modern type fire extinguisher available within their stall space.
12. PETS
All pet owners bringing their pets to an event must uphold their responsibility to the animal and to other participants by clearing up after their pet.
13. FIREARMS AND EXPLOSIVES
There must be absolutely no discharge of any firearm, barrelled weapon, thunder flash or other explosive device at any event without prior permission of the organisers. Replica and deactivated guns may be carried during an event provided that they are not loaded, not fitted with a bayonet and not handled by members of the public. They must not be used in such a way as to cause anyone to feel threatened.
14. OFFENSIVE WEAPONS
Bayonets and knives must not be unsheathed when moving around the showground. They may be unsheathed only as part of a static display of weapons and equipment and must never be left unattended.
15. UNIFORMS
Uniforms may be worn outside of events when it enhances the appearance of vehicles or promotes the Trust. Medal ribbons to which the wearer is not entitled should not be worn as this constitutes an offence. Uniforms should be worn correctly and in context. No Nazi symbols or SS uniforms will be permitted at MVT events, failure to comply can lead to expulsion from the event.
Serious infringement of the Code of Conduct at an event will be dealt with by the organisers or any Council member present at the time of the offence and subsequently reported to the MVT CoM by the event organisers for further action if considered necessary.
The London Low Emission Zone (LEZ)
Damyns Hall lies on the very edge of the LEZ, the border line for the LEZ is in Warwick Lane which is also the border of Damyns Hall. As there is an entrance to the site from Warwick Lane it is possible to enter the show without going into the LEZ. As Military and Flying Machines is held on private ground the LEZ is not applicable to the show site.
For the duration of the show the main entrance to the Airfield (which lies approximately 200 meters within the LEZ) is designated as emergency and exhibitor access only. If you are an exhibitor and your vehicle and/or support vehicle is deemed to be non-compliant, you may use the public entrance off Warwick Lane to enter the show ground by way of the A13 and the south.
These plans have been reviewed by the appropriate authorities and agreed. In short if you have an LEZ non-compliant vehicle you can still attend the show with it using the Warwick Lane entrance.
Is my vehicle and/or support vehicle compliant to the LEZ requirements?
Go to the Transport for London LEZ web site www.tfl.gov.uk/roadusers/lez/ where you can enter your vehicle and/or support vehicle into the search engine there, which will then tell you if your vehicle is compliant or not.
If your vehicle and/or support vehicle is compliant then you can enter via the Exibitors entrance shown on the detailed map below. If it is not then you can enter the show via the Warwick lane entrance, without going into the LEZ. as the airfield is private land the LEZ does not apply.
NB. If in the event your vehicle and/or support vehicle does not comply it is worth talking to Transport for London (contact details on their web site www.tfl.gov.uk/roadusers/lez/ ) as it sometimes only requires a change of your vehicles description on the registration document to make it compliant.
Purchase Tickets
FRIDAY PREVIEW DAY
(please see our FAQ page about this day)
Adult £8.00 Children £3.00
Concession £6.00 Family £20.00
SATURDAY
PER DAY ENTRY PRICES
Adult £10.00 Children £5.00
Concession £8.00 Family £25.00
SUNDAY
PER DAY ENTRY PRICES
Adult £10.00 Children £5.00
Concession £8.00 Family £25.00
WEEKEND PASS
(SATURDAY AND SUNDAY)
Adult £18.00 Children £ 9.00
Concession £15.00 Family £45.00
Definitions:
Child Tickets
Children are considered to be from 5 to 15 years of age, under 5s enter free. Family tickets are for up to 2 adults and 2 children
Concessions
Recipients of Jobseekers Allowance, Income Support, Pension Credit, and full-time students. Please do remember to bring the appropriate documentation.
Weekend Tickets
You will be issued with a special wristband for re-admission. We are sorry however; the pass is non-transferable and is only valid for the purchasers. We are unable to offer a ticket for all 3 days currently.
Veteran Groups
Please contact us for more information .
Please be aware:
At present, we do not have the facility to take credit or debit cards at our gate, so please be ready to pay by cash. You can order tickets from Ticketweb using a credit or debit card.2012 Gallery - Flying Machines
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About the 2014 Show
I know it may seem a long way off, but our volunteer team are already working on our 2014 show. The theme for 2014 will be based around the anniversaries of the start of WW1 and the WW2 Normandy landings in 1944. With the promise of some WW1 aircraft it will definitely not be one to miss.
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Vehicle Entry forms
We welcome entries from Military vehicles, Fire engines and period classic cars and commercials. All exhibitors are required to complete an application form in order to obtain the required wristbands for entry into the site. The site closes at 6pm to the public and only wristband holders may remain on site. The site opens to exhibitors for setting up as of Wednesday 31st July.
Vehicle owners will be sent 2 adult and 2 child wristbands by default. Additional passes will be provided for people accompanying your vehicle or support vehicle onto the site, at the organisers discretion upon request on the booking form.
You may either enter on line by completing the electronic form on this page or by post by printing off, completing and returning the application form below.
Vehicle Entry Form (.pdf)
Electronic Vehicle entry form
Display, Group and Re-Enactors Entry forms
We welcome entries from Military re-enactment and living history groups. All groups are required to complete an application form in order to obtain the required wristbands for entry into the site. The site closes at 6pm to the public and only wristband holders may remain on site. The site opens to groups for setting up as of Wednesday 31st July.
Re-enactment groups will be sent an appropriate quantity of wristbands for the number of members who are listed as attending.
You may either enter on line by completing the electronic form on this page or by post by printing off, completing and returning the application form below.
Re-Enactor's Entry Form (.pdf)
Electronic Display, Group and Re-Enactors Entry form
An online version of the entry form will be available shortly
Downloads
Welcome to our downloads page, feel free to download and share anything on this page with your friends
Download our 2013 poster as a .PDFDownloads
Welcome to our exclusive downloads page, for newsletter subscribers only
Download our exclusive newsletter poster as a .PDF2010 Show Video
Here's a great video showing our 2010 show in all it's glory.
Press and Media Enquiries.
Please join us in Upminster on the 1st and 2nd of August for our press and media previews days, where you can gain unprecedented access to the Premier Military show for the Essex and London area.
The show has been previously featured on TV's Wheeler Dealers and will be on TV again.
Last year, we had 15,000+ visitors, 300+ classic vehicles, fantastic air displays, as well as 1000+ living history re-enactors, all day-long live music and 1940's nostalgia.
If you'd like to fly in a plane or ride in a tank during your visit, or would love to conduct an Outside Broadcast from the show - please let us know.
Website credits, copyright and privacy policy.
Photographic credits
The photos shown on this website are copyrighted to:
beccypphotography - beccypphotography.co.uk
focusonflightphotography - www.focusonflightphotography.co.uk
John Blackman
Colin Tebb
We would like to thank those people listed above, who have kindly given their permission for us to use their pictures on this site.
Privacy Policy
Use by you of the military and flying machines website constitutes an acceptance of this Privacy Policy, which forms part of the Terms and Conditions of use of this website. This Privacy Policy only extends to our website and does not extend to your use of, provision to and collection of any data on any website not connected to our controlled site to which you may link to by using the hypertext links within our website.
We will never misuse this information or disclose this information ever to other third parties. Our information collection is run within the guidelines of the Data Protection Act.
Cookie Usage
We use cookies and similar tools across our websites to improve their performance and enhance your user experience. This policy explains how we do that.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files which a website may put on your computer or mobile device when you first visit a site or page. The cookie will help the website, or another website, to recognise your device the next time you visit. Web beacons or other similar files can also do the same thing. We use the term “cookies” in this policy to refer to all files that collect information in this way. There are many functions cookies serve. For example, they can help us to analyse how well our website is performing. Certain cookies contain personal information – for example, if you click to “remember me” when logging in, a cookie will store your username. Most cookies won’t collect information that identifies you, and will instead collect more general information such as how users arrive at and use our websites, or a user’s general location.
What sort of cookies do we use?
Generally, our cookies perform a couple of functions:
Performance Cookies
We utilise other cookies to analyse how our visitors use our websites and to monitor website performance. This allows us to provide a high quality experience by customising our offering and quickly identifying and fixing any issues that arise. For example, we might use performance cookies to keep track of which pages are most popular, which method of linking between pages is most effective, and to determine why some pages are receiving error messages.
Functionality Cookies
We use functionality cookies to provide you with enhanced services such as allowing you to watch a video online.
Does anyone else use cookies on the MVT Essex websites?
We also use or allow third parties to serve cookies that fall into the categories above. For example, like many companies, we use Google Analytics to help us monitor our website traffic. We may also use third party cookies to help us with market research, improving site functionality and monitoring compliance with our terms and conditions and copyright policy.
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Copyright
All logos, graphic design and any CGI, ASP or PHP code are the express copyright of Airdrive Web Designs . The copyrighted materials, content and source coding on and within this site may not be reproduced by any individual or entity, in whole or in part in any form whatsoever without the prior express written consent of Airdrive Web Designs. Airdrive freely give approval for the use of all templates and graphics to the Essex MVT, who are ultimately responsible for its content. The text contents of this web site are the property of Essex MVT.
Complaints or comments
We always welcome comments, good or bad. If you have a complaint we have procedures in place to deal with them fairly, objectively and with due care - in the first instance, you should contact us using our contact us form
Web site team
This web site was written, published and is maintained by Airdrive. © 2012-2013 Essex area MVT - all code, site design and layout © 2012-2013 Airdrive web design.
Scribe and general trouble maker: David Smith
CSS jiggery-pokery and repairer of all things broken: Steve Blighton
Code monkey, designer and destroyer of all sensibly formatted CSS: Russell Pacy
With Thanks To:
Richard & Tracey Brew, Kerry & Colin Tebb, Mike Batt & Peter Smith.
And everyone else, who we may have inadvertently left out, but who have given invaluable advice and encouragement with the website and finally those people, who without them, the show would not be possible.
Thank you
Thank you for submitting your Vehicle form, we will process it as quickly as possible in order to confirm your booking
Thank you
Thank you for submitting your enquiry, we will reply as quickly as possible.
Free Prize Draw Rules
Entry into any Military and Flying Machines competition/giveaway/free draw implies acceptance of these rules:
Essex MVT members or show committee members may not enter.
Only one entry per competition/ giveaway/website prize is allowed per entrant.
Entries are required to email their email address via the link on the newsletter or by emailing to mfmweb@essex-mvt.org.uk.
Non-UK residents may enter but we will send your prize out at the most economic cost available at the receivers risk and without liability for any customs charges or duty.
Except where specifically stated, the winners will be chosen by random using a third party application such as random.org for full independence.
The starting date will be the first day of the month for competitions/giveaways and closing date in the last day of the newsletters month at 23:59 unless otherwise stated.
Entries may still be sent but will not be included in the draw.
Winners will be notified within 10 days of the closing date.
The show committee’s decision is final.
No correspondence will be entered into.
You will be sent a winners email and will be asked to supply your name and address for posting the prize out you.
You need to reply to our email within 7 days of your winners email. Once the 7 days has elapsed we will attempt to contact you by email a further time within 48 hours, after which we reserve the right to contact a runner up.
No responsibility can be accepted for circumstances outside the shows control, including any third party’s ability to supply the prizes as published or loss in the post when sent out to winners.
No cash alternatives can be offered.
Prizes are not transferable unless otherwise stated.
Entries will be processed by our show team but entrants’ details will not be given to third party companies for marketing; however we reserve the right to publish the winners name only on our website or in our newsletter.
No responsibility can be taken for any entries delayed or wrongly delivered due to an email failure.
The giveaway will be conducted within the rules laid down under the Essex MVT rules, UK law and the C.A.P. code of conduct.
The picture shown on the newsletter or website may be only an artist’s impression of the actual prize; therefore we reserve the right to change the actual final product.
No purchase of any kind is required.
An independent adjudicator is available should there be a dispute, details of which can be sent to you upon request.
Contact information can be found at the bottom of the newsletter or on the contact us page of our show website.
