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Shuttleworth

In a nutshell

There's plenty to discover at Shuttleworth in Bedfordshire: hangars full of historic aircraft and veteran vehicles, a Regency garden and Victorian mansion.

Address

Alder Drive, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire SG18 9DT

Contact details

Tel: 01767 627927

Web: www.shuttleworth.org

Activity type

Gardens and Open Spaces, Historical Sites, Indoor Activities, Museums and Art Centres, Outdoor Activities, Trips and Transport

Suitable for

All ages, Schools and Groups

Price guide

£39

(based on family of 4; price of event tickets may vary)

Shuttleworth details...

Shuttleworth is a year‑round visitor attraction in Bedfordshire. At its heart are:

  • The Shuttleworth Collection – a world-renowned collection of airworthy aircraft dating from 1909 to the 1950s, many of which are the sole surviving examples of their type, including the world’s oldest airworthy aircraft, alongside Clayton & Shuttleworth Ltd heritage machinery, veteran cars, classic motorcycles, bicycles and vintage buses.
  • Swiss Garden – a Regency garden designed in the ’Swiss Picturesque’ or ’Alpine’ style which is an RHS partner garden and part of the Grade II registered park of Old Warden.
  • Shuttleworth House – a Jacobean-style Victorian mansion which is an award-winning wedding and events venue, open to the public on select days.

A major highlight of the Shuttleworth calendar is its spectacular programme of air shows from May to October. Each show includes a full day of entertainment, featuring Collection and visiting aircraft, vintage vehicles, heritage machinery, Discovery Zone STEM activities, and family‑friendly attractions. Best of all, kids go free*.

The Shuttleworth Trust – a registered charity: 307534 – was set up to honour the life and legacy of Richard Ormonde Shuttleworth, a keen aviator, racing driver and horse racer, who was tragically killed in 1940 during a night training exercise for the RAF.

*excludes Flying Proms.

Please visit www.shuttleworth.org for more information.

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Shuttleworth Events

Season Premiere Air Show at Shuttleworth

Open 10th May 2026 - 10th May 2026


Enjoy flying displays plus ground attractions for all the family at Shuttleworth's Season Premiere Air Show in Bedfordshire on 10th May!


150th Anniversary of Shuttleworth House

Open 17th May 2026 - 17th May 2026


Celebrate 150 years of heritage at Shuttleworth House in Bedfordshire. Discover the rich history, and enjoy the bar at this free event on 17th May.


Home Education Day at The Shuttleworth Trust

Open 22nd May 2026 - 22nd May 2026


Join the Shuttleworth Collection Home Education Day, in Bedfordshire on 22nd May. A full day of STEM activities, interactive challenges and more.


Wings & Wheels Air Show at The Shuttleworth Trust

Open 30th May 2026 - 30th May 2026


Experience the Wings & Wheels Air Show at Shuttleworth on 30th May. Vintage aircraft, classic vehicles, thrilling flying displays and family attractions.


Gyro World Record Attempt at The Shuttleworth Trust

Open 13th June 2026 - 13th June 2026


Find out whether the record will be broken at the Gyro World Record Attempt at Shuttleworth in Bedfordshire on Saturday 13th June. Free entry to the event.


Festival of Flight at The Shuttleworth Trust

Open 27th June 2026 - 28th June 2026


Look forward to breath-taking air displays and a host of ground attractions at Shuttleworth in Bedfordshire at Festival of Flight on 27th and 28th June.


Summer Fete Open Weekend at The Shuttleworth Trust

Open 4th July 2026 - 5th July 2026


Entertainment and fun in Bedfordshire for the whole family. Enjoy an unforgettable weekend at Shuttleworth with the Summer Fete on 4th and 5th July.


Summer Air Show at The Shuttleworth Trust

Open 25th July 2026 - 25th July 2026


Air displays and fantastic free ground activities including a fun fair and interactive Discovery Zone at Shuttleworth in Bedfordshire on Saturday 25th July.


NSRA Hot Rod Supernationals at The Shuttleworth Trust

Open 9th August 2026 - 9th August 2026


Old Warden Park at Shuttleworth in Bedfordshire plays host to the NSRA's second major Hot Rod show of the year on 9th August. Activities for all the family.


Flying Proms Air Show at The Shuttleworth Trust

Open 15th August 2026 - 15th August 2026


Aerobatics and pyrotechnics choreographed to live music and a firework finale at Shuttleworth's Flying Proms Air Show in Bedfordshire on 15th August.


Military Air Show at The Shuttleworth Trust

Open 29th August 2026 - 29th August 2026


See military vehicles, re-enactments and a thrilling display of iconic military aircraft at Shuttleworth's Military Air Show in Bedfordshire on 29th August.


Race Day Air Show 2026 at The Shuttleworth Trust

Open 4th October 2026 - 4th October 2026


See racing showcases from rally cars to buggies and then watch iconic racing aircraft at Shuttleworth's Race Day Air Show in Bedfordshire on 4th October.


Remembrance Weekend at Shuttleworth House

Open 7th November 2026 - 8th November 2026


Visit Shuttleworth House in Bedfordshire this Remembrance Weekend, 7th-8th November, and enjoy history exhibitions, guided tours and themed craft.


Fireworks Night 2026 at The Shuttleworth Trust

Open 7th November 2026 - 7th November 2026


A night to remember with live music, fair rides for kids and spectacular fireworks display. Head to Shuttleworth in Bedfordshire on Saturday 7th November.


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