Sunday opening in September
2016-09-25 10:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London)
We will be open on Sundays throughout September 2016.
September is traditionally the month in which the Battle of Britain is commemorated. To mark this, we will be open every Sunday in September 2016.
Standard opening hours and admission charges apply.

Audio Described Session – Battle of Britain Aircrew
2016-10-01 10:30 - 11:30
A live audio described handling session for blind or partially sighted visitors will bring alive the stories of some of ‘The Few’ – the Battle of Britain aircrew.
The session will incorporate the Museum’s unique handling collection to illustrate the bravery shown by these young men in the face of adversity. Highlighting the diversity of the aircrew, there will be a special focus on Polish aircrew to correspond with the last day of the Museum’s temporary exhibition ‘17,000 Reasons to Remember’.
All live audio described events are free. Due to limited places advance booking is required at enquiries@bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk or on 020 8950 5526.
Please arrive at 10.15am for a prompt start.

Airfix "Make and Paint"
2016-10-22 13:00 - 15:00, 2016-10-24 13:00 - 15:00, 2016-10-26 13:00 - 15:00, 2016-10-28 13:00 - 15:00, 2016-10-29 13:00 - 15:00
Try out your model making skills with this free family activity. Make your own Airfix model and paint it too. Once completed, it is yours to take home.
Suitable for ages 8+. Alternative craft activity available for younger children.
Included in museum admission. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Friday Morning Talks: 'The Battle of Britain and an Unexpected Hero'
2016-10-28 11:00 - 12:00
Join us for another Friday morning talk. This one is the story of Battle of Britain ace, Bob Doe.
By Dr Helen Doe.
The men who flew in the Battle of Britain between July and October 1940 are often stereotyped as being from a British upper class elite. This is far from the truth and Helen will reveal the ordinary background and amazing achievements of Bob Doe. Bob was an unqualified gardener’s son from a Surrey village who became one of the great aces of that Battle.
Included in Museum admission, or £3 donation.

BSL Tour - A History of Bentley Priory
2016-11-05 11:00 - 12:00
A BSL interpreted tour of Bentley Priory Museum for deaf or hard of hearing visitors.
All live BSL events are free. Due to limited places advance booking is required at enquiries@bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk or on 020 8950 5526.
Please arrive at 10.45am for a prompt start.

Friday Morning Talks: 'The Story of Flt Lt Eric Lock DSO, DFC & Bar'
2016-11-18 11:00 - 12:00
Join us for another Friday morning talk. This one is the story of Battle of Britain ace, Eric Lock.
By Mike Bradbury, author of “A Ruddy Awful Waste: Eric Lock, DSO, DFC & Bar. The Brief Life of a Battle of Britain Ace”.
Included in Museum admission, or £3 donation.

1940s Christmas Decorations Workshop
2016-12-03 11:30 - 14:30
Create some traditional Christmas decorations to take home or help decorate the Museum’s tree.
All ages welcome.
Included in Museum admission. Children must be supervised by an adult.

Harrow Apollo Male Choir Festive Concert
2016-12-11 14:00 - 17:00
We will be welcoming back Harrow Apollo Male Choir on Sunday 11th December for their annual Festive Concert at the Museum.
Harrow Apollo Male Choir will perform festive favourites in the Museum’s spectacular ballroom.
The concert starts at 3pm. The Museum will open at 2pm to allow time to look around the Museum galleries.
Tickets need to be purchased in advance from the Museum’s Reception, or on 020 8950 5526 or enquiries@bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk
Tickets include mince pie and mulled wine/juice at the interval.

Adults: £15
Concessions: £12
Children (Aged 6-16) £6
Under 5’s: £3

Friday Morning Talks: 'Evolution of a family home: Bentley Priory through its architectural alterations"
2017-02-03 11:00 - 12:00
Join us for another Friday morning talk. This talk will look at the growth of Bentley Priory through its architectural alterations.
By Natasha Brown.
Included in Museum admission, or £3 donation.

Stained Glass Windows
2017-02-11 11:30 - 14:30, 2017-02-13 11:30 - 14:30, 2017-02-15 11:30 - 14:30, 2017-02-17 11:30 - 14:30, 2017-02-18 11:30 - 14:30
Be inspired by the Museum’s incredible stained glass windows, and create you own to take home.
Suitable for children of all ages.
Included in Museum admission. Children must be supervised by an adult.

Audio Described Session - Women's Auxiliary Air Force at Bentley Priory
2017-02-25 11:00 - 12:00
An audio described handling session for blind or partially sighted visitors exploring women’s roles at RAF Bentley Priory during the Battle of Britain in 1940 and Second World War.
The session will incorporate the Museum’s unique handling collection to illustrate the work carried out by these young women. There will be an opportunity to explore the Museum after the session.
All live audio described events are free. Due to limited places advance booking is required at enquiries@bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk or on 020 8950 5526.
Please arrive at 10.45am for a prompt start.

Friday Morning Talks: 'A Very Secret War: Bugging the Nazis in WWII'
2017-03-03 11:00 - 12:00
Join us for another Friday morning talk. During WW2, British Intelligence bugged the conversations of German Prisoners-of-War at Trent Park in North London. This talk will shed light on one of the little-known deception operations of WW2.
By Dr Helen Fry
Included in Museum admission, or £3 donation.

Disabled Access Day
2017-03-11
Join us for Disabled Access Day at Bentley Priory Museum. We will have our new accessible resources available for you to try out:
*Self guided audio described tours for adults
*Self guided audio described tours for children, voiced by Horrible Histories actor, Ben Willbond
*Braille guide of the Museum
*Large print guide of the Museum
*Tactile exhibits
*Transcripts/subtitles of all audio
*Counter loops at reception and in the cafe

Vintage Make-up Workshop
2017-03-18 10:45 - 14:00
Following last year’s vintage hair workshop, learn how to do 1940s Hollywood glamour make-up, with hands on tuition from a professional vintage make-up artist.
£25 (£30 including Museum admission).
Advance booking required by Friday 10th March.
Email enquiries@bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk, call 020 8950 5526 ext 201 or pop into the museum on one of our open days (Monday, Wednesday, Friday or Saturday) to book.

Mother's Day Afternoon Tea
2017-03-25 12:00 - 15:00
Enjoy a sumptuous afternoon tea in the Museum’s vintage cafe.
£19.50 per person (£24.50 including Museum admission).
£24.50 per person including a glass of Prosecco (£29.50 including Museum admission).
Advance booking required by Friday 17th March.
Email enquiries@bentleypriorymuseum.org.uk, call 020 8950 5526 ext 201 or pop into the Museum on one of our open days (Monday, Wednesday, Friday or Saturday) to book.

Easter Egg Scramble
2017-04-01 10:00 - 17:00, 2017-04-03 10:00 - 17:00, 2017-04-05 10:00 - 17:00, 2017-04-07 10:00 - 17:00, 2017-04-08 10:00 - 17:00, 2017-04-10 10:00 - 17:00, 2017-04-12 10:00 - 17:00
Join us over the Easter Holidays to hunt for hidden aircraft around the Museum & Gardens. Find them all to win a chocolatey prize!
Available all day on open days* between Saturday 1st – Monday 17th April, 2017.
Included in Museum admission. Family tickets and annual membership available.
*The Museum is open Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays 10am- 5pm (last admission 4pm).
