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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210904T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210904T150000
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SUMMARY:Make Do & Mend Lavender Spitfire Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn to sew your own lavender-filled fabric Spitfire to take home in this special 1-hour workshop! \nTickets include a free tea or coffee. \nWhy not add on Museum admission too\, and make the most of your day with us! The Museum is open to explore and enjoy until 5pm. \nTickets\nWorkshop only: £5\nWorkshop and Museum Admission: £10 \nThis workshop is available at the following times:\n11am – 12pm\n12pm – 1pm\n2pm – 3pm \nPlease select your desired timeslot when booking. \nBook online here.
URL:https://bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk/whats-on/make-do-mend-lavender-spitfire-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210910T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210910T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194557
CREATED:20210812T161209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210812T161424Z
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SUMMARY:Friday Morning Talks: British POW Camps & the Denazification Process
DESCRIPTION:How do you rehabilitate Nazis?\n\n \nJoin us for our next Friday Morning Talk\, by Robert Bieber MBE\, Visiting Research Fellow in War Studies at King’s College\, London. \nRobert will talk about prisoners of England at the end of WW2\, the national effort to de-radicalise former enemies\, and the remarkable tale of Jewish Army Officers who were notably successful in rehabilitating their former SS enemies at Featherstone\, a prisoner of war camp in Northumberland. \nBy Robert Bieber MBE \nThis talk will take place onsite in the Museum’s Learning Centre and is included in Museum admission or Annual Membership.  \nAdvance booking required – please reserve your seat via the link below. \nReserve Your Place \n 
URL:https://bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk/whats-on/friday-morning-talks-british-pow-camps-the-denazification-process/
CATEGORIES:Friday Morning Talks
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211101
DTSTAMP:20260403T194557
CREATED:20210915T120449Z
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SUMMARY:Online Battle of Britain Commemorative Raffle
DESCRIPTION:Commemorate the Battle of Britain with a chance to win a limited edition signed print worth £50 of ‘The Few’\, a stunning painting by Mark Postlethwaite\, member of the Guild of Aviation Artists!\n\n‘The Few’ was painted onsite at Bentley Priory Museum in 2019\, and was signed by Archie McInnes\, one of the few remaining Battle of Britain aircrew at the time. The painting depicts one aircraft from every fighter squadron that took part in the Battle of Britain. \nImage size: 37cm x 62cm (14.5″ x 24.5″)\nOverall print size: 45cm x 68cm (17.75″ x 26.75″) \nRaffle tickets are just £1 per entry\, and you can enter as many times as you like. \nThe raffle launches on Wednesday 15th September\, Battle of Britain Day\, and ends on Sunday 31st October. The lucky winner will be randomly selected on Monday 1st November and contacted by email to confirm the win. \nBuy your raffle tickets here! \nTerms & Conditions \n\nEntrants can purchase a single entry ticket or multiple entry tickets\, and can re-enter as many times as they like until the end of the day on Sunday 31st October\nTickets are non-refundable and non-transferable\nThe winner will receive one limited edition\, signed print of ‘The Few’ by Mark Postlethwaite. The prize is set and cannot be exchanged for money or other alternatives\nThe prize can be collected in person by the winner or posted to a mainland UK address supplied by the winner; if posted\, Bentley Priory Museum will cover the cost of postage & packaging
URL:https://bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk/whats-on/online-battle-of-britain-commemorative-raffle/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210918T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210918T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194557
CREATED:20210618T085344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210830T134642Z
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SUMMARY:Battle of Britain Commemorative Day 2021
DESCRIPTION:Commemorate the Battle of Britain with us on Saturday 18th September 2021! \nThere will be 1940s themed entertainment and activities for all the family. \n\nSpitfire Flypast* at 1.59pm\nRoyal Observer Corps Historical Display\n253 Re-enactment Group\nLive performance of 1940s songs by Harrow Apollo Male Choir\nPop Up Talks\nFamily Activities\nGarden Games\nInstant Win Game\n\n*Flypast is weather and operations dependent. \nTicket Prices: \nAdults: £8\nConcessions & Military: £7\n6-16 year olds: £4\nChildren aged 5 and under: Free \nAdvance tickets required. Book online here. 
URL:https://bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk/whats-on/battle-of-britain-commemorative-day-2021/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210924T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210924T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194557
CREATED:20210812T161218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210812T161218Z
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SUMMARY:Friday Morning Talks: The Eyes of the Few
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our next Friday Morning Talk\, by Graham Murchie\, Trustee at Bawdsey Radar. \nGraham will give a brief history of early radar\, and share the events leading up to the development of a viable system and the establishment of the world’s first operational radar station at Bawdsey in Suffolk\, with a focus on the people involved. Graham will also touch on how Bawdsey was used during and after WWII. \nBy Graham Murchie \nThis talk will take place onsite in the Museum’s Learning Centre and is included in Museum admission or Annual Membership.  \nAdvance booking required – please reserve your seat via the link below. \nReserve Your Place \n 
URL:https://bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk/whats-on/friday-morning-talks-the-eyes-of-the-few/
CATEGORIES:Friday Morning Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211020T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211020T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194557
CREATED:20210920T153527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210920T153527Z
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SUMMARY:Architectural Sketching Workshop with Artist Alexandra Veres
DESCRIPTION:Sketch our regal Adelaide Room and Grand Staircase in this hands on pencil sketch workshop with local artist Alexandra Veres!\nAll art abilities welcome\, from beginner to expert. \nTickets \n£16 Workshop only\n£21 Workshop & Museum admission \nAll tickets include a free tea/coffee & cake in the Museum’s vintage cafe after the workshop! \nBook online here. \nPlease bring with you: \n\nA couple of pencils\, preferably one soft and one hard (e.g. a 4B and an HB)\nA sketchpad with a hard back\nA non-smearing rubber\nA sharpener\n(Optional) A ruler
URL:https://bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk/whats-on/architectural-sketching-workshop-with-artist-alexandra-veres/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211022T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211022T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194557
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SUMMARY:Temporary Museum Closure
DESCRIPTION:We’re sorry to announce that the Museum will be closed on Friday 22 and Saturday 23 October. We apologise to anyone planning on visiting\, and for families looking forward to the start of our half-term activity. \n\nThe activity will still be available on the Wednesday\, Friday and second Saturday of half-term.\n\nAll ticket holders will be contacted by us directly and refunds will be issued.
URL:https://bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk/whats-on/temporary-museum-closure/2021-10-22/
CATEGORIES:Museum Closed (on a usual open day)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211023T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211023T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194557
CREATED:20211021T175942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211021T175942Z
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SUMMARY:Temporary Museum Closure
DESCRIPTION:We’re sorry to announce that the Museum will be closed on Friday 22 and Saturday 23 October. We apologise to anyone planning on visiting\, and for families looking forward to the start of our half-term activity. \n\nThe activity will still be available on the Wednesday\, Friday and second Saturday of half-term.\n\nAll ticket holders will be contacted by us directly and refunds will be issued.
URL:https://bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk/whats-on/temporary-museum-closure/2021-10-23/
CATEGORIES:Museum Closed (on a usual open day)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211027T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211027T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194557
CREATED:20211012T141513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211021T175745Z
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SUMMARY:October Half-Term: Luminous Lanterns
DESCRIPTION:Join us this half-term for a NEW craft activity. Create a Halloween or aviation themed lantern to take home. \nIncluded in Museum Admission or Annual Membership. \nActivities will take place in a socially distanced set-up in the Learning Centre. \nAvailable on Museum open days\, from Saturday 23 – Saturday 30 October\, 11am – 3pm.
URL:https://bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk/whats-on/october-half-term-luminous-lanterns-2021-10-27/2021-10-27/
CATEGORIES:Family Activities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211029T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211029T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194557
CREATED:20211012T141513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211021T175745Z
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SUMMARY:October Half-Term: Luminous Lanterns
DESCRIPTION:Join us this half-term for a NEW craft activity. Create a Halloween or aviation themed lantern to take home. \nIncluded in Museum Admission or Annual Membership. \nActivities will take place in a socially distanced set-up in the Learning Centre. \nAvailable on Museum open days\, from Saturday 23 – Saturday 30 October\, 11am – 3pm.
URL:https://bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk/whats-on/october-half-term-luminous-lanterns-2021-10-27/2021-10-29/
CATEGORIES:Family Activities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211030T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211030T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194557
CREATED:20211012T141513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211021T175745Z
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SUMMARY:October Half-Term: Luminous Lanterns
DESCRIPTION:Join us this half-term for a NEW craft activity. Create a Halloween or aviation themed lantern to take home. \nIncluded in Museum Admission or Annual Membership. \nActivities will take place in a socially distanced set-up in the Learning Centre. \nAvailable on Museum open days\, from Saturday 23 – Saturday 30 October\, 11am – 3pm.
URL:https://bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk/whats-on/october-half-term-luminous-lanterns-2021-10-27/2021-10-30/
CATEGORIES:Family Activities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211030T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211030T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194557
CREATED:20211012T124628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211012T142000Z
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SUMMARY:October Half-Term: Haunted House Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us this Halloween for a spooky after-hours tour of the Mansion House! \nTickets: Adult £5\, Child £7 (includes gift). \nBook your tickets here: https://buff.ly/3AesI5c \nSuitable for children aged 7 and over. Children must be supervised by an adult.
URL:https://bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk/whats-on/october-half-term-haunted-house-tour/2021-10-30/1/
CATEGORIES:Family Activities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211030T164500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211030T171500
DTSTAMP:20260403T194557
CREATED:20211012T124628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211012T142000Z
UID:10002285-1635612300-1635614100@bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk
SUMMARY:October Half-Term: Haunted House Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us this Halloween for a spooky after-hours tour of the Mansion House! \nTickets: Adult £5\, Child £7 (includes gift). \nBook your tickets here: https://buff.ly/3AesI5c \nSuitable for children aged 7 and over. Children must be supervised by an adult.
URL:https://bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk/whats-on/october-half-term-haunted-house-tour/2021-10-30/2/
CATEGORIES:Family Activities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211105T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211105T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194557
CREATED:20210920T162953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210920T162953Z
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SUMMARY:Friday Morning Talks: Like Father\, Like Son: A Story of Two Airmen
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our next Friday Morning Talk\, by Air Marshal ‘Black’ Robertson! \nIn this talk\, AM Robertson discusses how he came to pen the story of two improbably fortunate individuals – one a decorated Spitfire ace whose brief wartime career was ended by injury and the other\, a Cold War flier who retired in 1998. Illustrated with stories of their shared experiences\, the Air Marshal will reflect not just on parallels a generation apart but also on the changing face of the RAF. \nBy Air Marshal ‘Black’ Robertson CBE BA FRAeS FRSA RAF (Retd) \nAbout AM Black Robertson \nBlack Robertson joined the RAF in 1963\, instantly acquiring the nickname that’s remained with him ever since. After 3 years at the RAF College\, Cranwell\, he spent the next 33 in flying\, staff and command appointments\, including tours of duty in the USA\, Germany and the Falkands. He flew all the RAF’s front line fast jet aircraft and also qualified as a helicopter pilot. After retiring he spent some five years with BAE Systems before setting up his own consultancy in 2003. A trustee of the David Vaisey Library Prize and a Cranfield Trust mentor\, his second book is due for publication next year. \nThis talk will take place onsite in the Museum’s Learning Centre and is included in Museum admission or Annual Membership.  \nAdvance booking required – please reserve your seat via the link below. \nReserve Your Place
URL:https://bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk/whats-on/friday-morning-talks-like-father-like-son-a-story-of-two-airmen/
CATEGORIES:Friday Morning Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211113T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211113T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194557
CREATED:20210920T163955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211108T171001Z
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SUMMARY:Saturday Morning Talk: Beatrice Shilling - Full Throttle!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special Saturday Morning Talk by Dr Anush Yardim and discover the fascinating story of Beatrice Shilling\, a British female WWII engineer\, and her important work on the Rolls-Royce Merlin engine\, used in Spitfires and Hurricanes! \nPlease note that this talk is taking place on Saturday 13th November at 11am. \nBy Dr Anush Yardim \nThis talk will take place onsite in the Museum’s Learning Centre and is included in Museum admission or Annual Membership.  \nAdvance booking required – please reserve your seat via the link below. \nReserve Your Place
URL:https://bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk/whats-on/saturday-morning-talk-beatrice-shilling-full-throttle/
CATEGORIES:Friday Morning Talks
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211126T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211126T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194557
CREATED:20210920T162012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210920T162232Z
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SUMMARY:Friday Morning Talks: Forgotten Histories of the Battle of Britain House
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our next Friday Morning Talk\, by Evan Panagopoulos\, Tour Guide and Freelance Researcher! \nEvan will talk about the surprising history of the mansion formerly known as Battle of Britain House\, whose ruins lie forgotten inside Ruislip Woods. \nFrom humble beginnings as a farmstead\, the House became a pioneering wellness centre\, and was then transformed into a lavish millionaire mansion\, before it was utilized as secret training facility during WW2\, where agents trained to participate in highly classified missions inside Nazi Germany in the dramatic final stages of the war. Evan will present his collection of books\, photos\, pamphlets and other rare surviving items related to the Battle of Britain House. \nBy Evan Panagopoulos \nThis talk will take place onsite in the Museum’s Learning Centre and is included in Museum admission or Annual Membership.  \nAdvance booking required – please reserve your seat via the link below. \nReserve Your Place
URL:https://bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk/whats-on/friday-morning-talks-forgotten-histories-of-the-battle-of-britain-house/
CATEGORIES:Friday Morning Talks
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211204T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211204T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194557
CREATED:20211007T203446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211007T203446Z
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SUMMARY:Festive Celebrations 2021
DESCRIPTION:Join our special Festive Celebrations!\nCome and Meet Father Christmas\, enjoy a delicious Festive Afternoon Tea – or both!\n Available on Saturday 4th & 11th December \n\nMeet Father Christmas \nFamilies are invited to join us for a socially distanced visit to Meet Father Christmas! \n \nFather Christmas will be visiting us by Spitfire this year! He is bringing with him a special gift for each child! \nYour visit will include full access to the Museum’s galleries and also special festive family craft activities. \nTickets & Booking \nAdult £5\nChild £9 (includes gift) \nPlease select your arrival timeslot when booking. Click here to book online. \n\nFestive Afternoon Tea \nTreat yourself to a delicious afternoon tea with a festive theme! Our scrumptious teas are freshly made and served on beautiful vintage china. \nAfter your tea\, come and discover the fascinating stories told in our galleries\, and explore our current temporary exhibition\, ‘The Bunker: Defending Britain from Nazi & Nuclear Threat’. \nTickets & Booking \nAdult £18.95\nChild £10.95 \nPlease select a timeslot for your tea when booking. Available timeslots are as follows: \n12.00-13.00 (please arrive at the Museum from 11.45 for tea at 12.00) \n13.15-14.15 (please arrive at the Museum from 13.00 for tea at 13.15) \n14.30-15.30 (please arrive at the Museum from 14.00 for tea at 14.30) \nBook online here.
URL:https://bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk/whats-on/festive-celebrations-2021/2021-12-04/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211210T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211210T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194557
CREATED:20210920T171904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210920T190317Z
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SUMMARY:Online Talk: The IBCC Losses Project & Bomber Command's Role in the Battle of Britain
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Zoom for a new Online Talk and discover the history of Bomber Command and its role during the Battle of Britain!\n\nIn this talk\, Dave Gilbert will describe the task of gathering the names of the 58\,500 losses that are inscribed on the memorial walls at the International Bomber Command Centre\, and then contrast the role of Bomber Command with that of Fighter Command during the Battle of Britain. \nBy Dave Gilbert\, Losses Archivist & Trustee \nAbout Dave Gilbert \nDave Gilbert is an electronic engineer by profession\, having studied at Sheffield University. He owns a company that manufactures assistive technology devices for the disabled. When not engrossed in that\, he is the Losses Archivist at the International Bomber Command Centre\, Lincoln and has recently become a Trustee. His role is to compile\, maintain and expand the losses database which forms the basis of the memorial walls and currently contains more than four million pieces of data on 58\,500 airmen. \nNone of his family served with Bomber Command\, his father being marginally too young even by the end of the war to have been considered for aircrew. Perhaps it is the fact that\, mercifully\, none of his relatives are listed amongst the losses that provides the motivation to spend time studying those who sadly are. Or maybe it’s just because he was born and raised in ‘Bomber County’ and lives between two former Bomber Command stations. Either way\, he has spent over 9\,000 voluntary hours working on the project and describes it as his most significant piece of work. He is married with two adult children. \nJoining the Talk \nThe talk will be held online on Zoom at 11am on Friday 10th December. Limited places are available. \nNon-Annual Member Tickets: £4\nAnnual Member Tickets: Free \nBook your ticket online here. One ticket per Zoom screen is required. \nThe Zoom joining details (ID & password) will be emailed to you shortly before the start of the talk. Please log on at 10.50am\, ready for a prompt start at 11am. \nDuring the talk\, you will see and hear the speaker\, but you will not be heard or seen on screen yourself. There will be the opportunity to ask questions via the Q&A function. \nPlease note: Please ensure you have a good internet connection and bandwidth before joining the talk. Bentley Priory Museum does not accept responsibility for user-end connectivity issues (such as loss of internet or sound/video distortion). \nAbout Annual Membership \nAnnual members benefit from free access to our Online Talks and onsite Friday Morning Talks programmes\, as well as unlimited access to the Museum galleries\, gardens and cafe on standard open days and school holiday family activities. \nBuy Annual Membership online here.
URL:https://bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk/whats-on/online-talk-the-ibcc-losses-project-bomber-commands-role-in-the-battle-of-britain/
CATEGORIES:Friday Morning Talks
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211211T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211211T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194557
CREATED:20211007T203446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211007T203446Z
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SUMMARY:Festive Celebrations 2021
DESCRIPTION:Join our special Festive Celebrations!\nCome and Meet Father Christmas\, enjoy a delicious Festive Afternoon Tea – or both!\n Available on Saturday 4th & 11th December \n\nMeet Father Christmas \nFamilies are invited to join us for a socially distanced visit to Meet Father Christmas! \n \nFather Christmas will be visiting us by Spitfire this year! He is bringing with him a special gift for each child! \nYour visit will include full access to the Museum’s galleries and also special festive family craft activities. \nTickets & Booking \nAdult £5\nChild £9 (includes gift) \nPlease select your arrival timeslot when booking. Click here to book online. \n\nFestive Afternoon Tea \nTreat yourself to a delicious afternoon tea with a festive theme! Our scrumptious teas are freshly made and served on beautiful vintage china. \nAfter your tea\, come and discover the fascinating stories told in our galleries\, and explore our current temporary exhibition\, ‘The Bunker: Defending Britain from Nazi & Nuclear Threat’. \nTickets & Booking \nAdult £18.95\nChild £10.95 \nPlease select a timeslot for your tea when booking. Available timeslots are as follows: \n12.00-13.00 (please arrive at the Museum from 11.45 for tea at 12.00) \n13.15-14.15 (please arrive at the Museum from 13.00 for tea at 13.15) \n14.30-15.30 (please arrive at the Museum from 14.00 for tea at 14.30) \nBook online here.
URL:https://bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk/whats-on/festive-celebrations-2021/2021-12-11/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220119
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SUMMARY:Winter Closure
DESCRIPTION:The Museum will be closed from Thursday 16th December 2021 for the winter period.\nThe Museum will reopen on Wednesday 19th January 2022.
URL:https://bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk/whats-on/winter-closure-2/
CATEGORIES:Museum Closed (on a usual open day)
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220122T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220122T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194557
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SUMMARY:Saturday Scramble Club: Airfix Make and Paint
DESCRIPTION:NEW for 2022: Saturday Scramble Club\nFREE family activities every month\, for children of all ages.\nPlaces need to be booked in advance and children must be accompanied by an adult. \nJanuary: Airfix ‘Make and Paint’\nSuitable for ages 8+. Alternative craft activity available for younger children. \nIncluded in Museum Admission or Annual Membership. \nBook HERE!
URL:https://bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk/whats-on/saturday-scramble-club-airfix-make-and-paint/
CATEGORIES:Family Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220211T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220211T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194557
CREATED:20211206T130037Z
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SUMMARY:Friday Morning Talks: Reach for the Skies – Inspiring the Next Generation of Female Aviators
DESCRIPTION:On this International Day of Women and Girls in Science\, we’ll be hearing from women who followed their dreams to become pilots and their efforts to inspire the young girls of today to take up careers in aviation and STEM. \nBy The Aviatrix Project \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nAbout the Aviatrix Project \nRole models are key to inspiring the next generation – and even more so in aviation. The Aviatrix Project aims are to work closely with primary and secondary schools as well as higher education institutions to encourage girls into STEM and enthuse them about aviation. We create opportunities for commercial and private pilots\, engineers and other aviation professionals to visit schools to deliver assemblies and workshops linked to the curriculum. Whilst we will visit as many schools as we can across the UK we will make a special effort to reach communities where such opportunities are not the norm. \n  \n  \n  \nThis talk will take place onsite in the Museum’s Learning Centre and is included in Museum admission or Annual Membership.  \nAdvance booking required – please reserve your seat via the link below. \nReserve Your Place
URL:https://bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk/whats-on/friday-morning-talks-reach-for-the-skies-inspiring-the-next-generation-of-female-aviators/
CATEGORIES:Friday Morning Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220212T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220212T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194557
CREATED:20220105T165729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220105T165729Z
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SUMMARY:February Half-Term – Awesome Art Competition
DESCRIPTION:February Half-Term – Awesome Art Competition\n\n\nBe inspired by the themes of the RAF Photographic Award winners (on display in the Temporary Exhibition Gallery)\, or the aviation themed artwork on display around the Museum and submit your own drawing or photograph to our art competition. \nShow off your artistic flair with our drawing activity\, available between 11am – 3pm on our open days in February half-term\, or submit a photo taken at the Museum in that week. Photos of the gardens in gorgeous summer sunshine will be admired\, but not accepted! \nPhoto entries can be emailed to learningofficer@bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk \nEntries of both mediums will be submitted into the relevant age bracket: 6 & under and 7 & above. Entrants will be anonymously judged via our social media platforms. \nWinners will be awarded a Family membership for one year\, and a surprise gift! \nDrop in activity available on our open days between Saturday 12 – Saturday 19 February\, 11am – 3pm. \nIncluded in Museum Admission or Annual Membership. \nPLEASE NOTE: Admission to the museum must still be booked in advance. You can book your tickets here: https://buff.ly/3tFSkFF \nEntries close at 5pm on Saturday 19 February. \nPlease visit the event page for full Terms & Conditions.
URL:https://bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk/whats-on/february-half-term-awesome-art-competition/2022-02-12/
CATEGORIES:Family Activities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220216T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220216T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194557
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SUMMARY:February Half-Term – Awesome Art Competition
DESCRIPTION:February Half-Term – Awesome Art Competition\n\n\nBe inspired by the themes of the RAF Photographic Award winners (on display in the Temporary Exhibition Gallery)\, or the aviation themed artwork on display around the Museum and submit your own drawing or photograph to our art competition. \nShow off your artistic flair with our drawing activity\, available between 11am – 3pm on our open days in February half-term\, or submit a photo taken at the Museum in that week. Photos of the gardens in gorgeous summer sunshine will be admired\, but not accepted! \nPhoto entries can be emailed to learningofficer@bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk \nEntries of both mediums will be submitted into the relevant age bracket: 6 & under and 7 & above. Entrants will be anonymously judged via our social media platforms. \nWinners will be awarded a Family membership for one year\, and a surprise gift! \nDrop in activity available on our open days between Saturday 12 – Saturday 19 February\, 11am – 3pm. \nIncluded in Museum Admission or Annual Membership. \nPLEASE NOTE: Admission to the museum must still be booked in advance. You can book your tickets here: https://buff.ly/3tFSkFF \nEntries close at 5pm on Saturday 19 February. \nPlease visit the event page for full Terms & Conditions.
URL:https://bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk/whats-on/february-half-term-awesome-art-competition/2022-02-16/
CATEGORIES:Family Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220217T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220217T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194557
CREATED:20211206T151039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211206T163831Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Open Day
DESCRIPTION:Love history? Passionate about engaging people of all ages? \nOr perhaps you’re green-fingered or simply mad about scrumptious cakes! \nWhatever you enjoy\, we have a volunteering opportunity for you! \nVolunteering is a great way to get involved with your local community\, make new friends\, learn new skills and develop your passion! \nCome along to the Museum on Thursday 17th February 2022 to meet our volunteers and find out what volunteering at Bentley Priory Museum is all about! \nWe are running two information sessions\, at 10am-11am and 11am-12pm\, click here to book your place now! \n  \n  \n  \nVolunteer opportunities available include: \n\nHospitality Volunteer in our popular vintage cafe\nFamily Activities Volunteer\nGarden Volunteer\nReception Volunteer\nRoom Steward\nTour Guide
URL:https://bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk/whats-on/volunteer-open-day-3/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220218T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220218T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194557
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SUMMARY:February Half-Term – Awesome Art Competition
DESCRIPTION:February Half-Term – Awesome Art Competition\n\n\nBe inspired by the themes of the RAF Photographic Award winners (on display in the Temporary Exhibition Gallery)\, or the aviation themed artwork on display around the Museum and submit your own drawing or photograph to our art competition. \nShow off your artistic flair with our drawing activity\, available between 11am – 3pm on our open days in February half-term\, or submit a photo taken at the Museum in that week. Photos of the gardens in gorgeous summer sunshine will be admired\, but not accepted! \nPhoto entries can be emailed to learningofficer@bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk \nEntries of both mediums will be submitted into the relevant age bracket: 6 & under and 7 & above. Entrants will be anonymously judged via our social media platforms. \nWinners will be awarded a Family membership for one year\, and a surprise gift! \nDrop in activity available on our open days between Saturday 12 – Saturday 19 February\, 11am – 3pm. \nIncluded in Museum Admission or Annual Membership. \nPLEASE NOTE: Admission to the museum must still be booked in advance. You can book your tickets here: https://buff.ly/3tFSkFF \nEntries close at 5pm on Saturday 19 February. \nPlease visit the event page for full Terms & Conditions.
URL:https://bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk/whats-on/february-half-term-awesome-art-competition/2022-02-18/
CATEGORIES:Family Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220219T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220219T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194557
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SUMMARY:February Half-Term – Awesome Art Competition
DESCRIPTION:February Half-Term – Awesome Art Competition\n\n\nBe inspired by the themes of the RAF Photographic Award winners (on display in the Temporary Exhibition Gallery)\, or the aviation themed artwork on display around the Museum and submit your own drawing or photograph to our art competition. \nShow off your artistic flair with our drawing activity\, available between 11am – 3pm on our open days in February half-term\, or submit a photo taken at the Museum in that week. Photos of the gardens in gorgeous summer sunshine will be admired\, but not accepted! \nPhoto entries can be emailed to learningofficer@bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk \nEntries of both mediums will be submitted into the relevant age bracket: 6 & under and 7 & above. Entrants will be anonymously judged via our social media platforms. \nWinners will be awarded a Family membership for one year\, and a surprise gift! \nDrop in activity available on our open days between Saturday 12 – Saturday 19 February\, 11am – 3pm. \nIncluded in Museum Admission or Annual Membership. \nPLEASE NOTE: Admission to the museum must still be booked in advance. You can book your tickets here: https://buff.ly/3tFSkFF \nEntries close at 5pm on Saturday 19 February. \nPlease visit the event page for full Terms & Conditions.
URL:https://bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk/whats-on/february-half-term-awesome-art-competition/2022-02-19/
CATEGORIES:Family Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220225T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220225T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194557
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SUMMARY:Online Talk: The RAF’s Role in the Occupation of Iceland in WWII
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Zoom for a new Online Talk and discover the fascinating history of the RAF and ‘The Blessed War’ in Iceland in WWII!\n\nLearn why the British occupied Iceland in WWII; the military expansion of the island; the terrible flying conditions and how we built new airfields\, ports\, roads\, hospitals and more. Iceland greatly benefitted from the occupation and called it ‘The Blessed War!’ \nHear how the RAF mounted shipping patrols\, defensive fighter patrols\, anti-U-boat sweeps\, convoy protection\, ice patrols and their joint activities with the American USAAF. \nUnderstand the island’s strategic role in so many ways including trans-Atlantic ferrying of aircraft\, protection of arctic convoys and shooting down of Nazi bombers and reconnaissance aircraft. Also hear about the personal life of the RAF personnel; their involvement with local life and their tragedies. \nBy Aldon Ferguson \nJoining the Talk \nThe talk will be held online on Zoom at 11am on Friday 25th February. Limited places are available. \nNon-Annual Member Tickets: £4\nAnnual Member Tickets: Free \nBook your ticket online here. One ticket per Zoom screen is required. \nThe Zoom joining details (ID & password) will be emailed to you shortly before the start of the talk. Please log on at 10.50am\, ready for a prompt start at 11am. \nDuring the talk\, you will see and hear the speaker\, but you will not be heard or seen on screen yourself. There will be the opportunity to ask questions via the Q&A function. \nPlease note: Please ensure you have a good internet connection and bandwidth before joining the talk. Bentley Priory Museum does not accept responsibility for user-end connectivity issues (such as loss of internet or sound/video distortion). \nAbout Annual Membership \nAnnual members benefit from free access to our Online Talks and onsite Friday Morning Talks programmes\, as well as unlimited access to the Museum galleries\, gardens and cafe on standard open days and school holiday family activities. \nBuy Annual Membership online here.
URL:https://bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk/whats-on/online-talk-the-rafs-role-in-the-occupation-of-iceland-in-wwii/
CATEGORIES:Friday Morning Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220226T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220226T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194557
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SUMMARY:Saturday Scramble Club: Mini Parachutes
DESCRIPTION:NEW for 2022: Saturday Scramble Club\nFREE family activities every month\, for children of all ages.\nPlaces need to be booked in advance and children must be accompanied by an adult. \nFebruary: Mini Parachutes \nBOOK your ScRamble CLub SloT HERE!\nALL attendees (adults & children) must reserve a place for Saturday Scramble Club\, in addition to booking your general admission or Annual Member timeslot (which can be booked here).
URL:https://bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk/whats-on/saturday-scramble-club-mini-parachutes/
CATEGORIES:Family Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220311T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220311T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194557
CREATED:20211206T144637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211206T144637Z
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SUMMARY:Friday Morning Talks: Life as a RAF Photographer
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our next Friday Morning Talk\, when we will be joined by the RAF Photographers team who will share what it’s like to do\, in their words\, ‘Quite possibly the Best Job in the World’! \nBy the Royal Air Force Photographers \nThis talk will take place onsite in the Museum’s Learning Centre and is included in Museum admission or Annual Membership.  \nAdvance booking required – please reserve your seat via the link below. \nReserve Your Place
URL:https://bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk/whats-on/friday-morning-talks-life-as-a-raf-photographer/
CATEGORIES:Friday Morning Talks
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