BATTLE OF BRITAIN 85
BATTLE OF BRITAIN 86: THE 15 NATIONS
The Spitfire Package
Includes all BB86 Speaker Series, Visitor Centre access and a 15 Nations Tour of the Bunker.
£35 adults / £30 all concessions
Hillingdon Heritage Membership
Enjoy a FREE package deals and unlock Member-only benefits and exclusive access.
Starting from £32
The Hurricane Package
Includes Visitor Centre access and admission to all Speaker Series talks throughout the day.
£30 adults / £25 all concessions
Through a full day of tours, talks, stalls, family activities, music, food, and living history, we’ll discover the vital contribution these nations made to the greatest air battle in history. Join us as we commemorate the 86th anniversary of the Battle of Britain and honour the courage, sacrifice, and international cooperation that helped shape its outcome.
In addition to regular daily tours, the Battle of Britain Bunker has put together a packed schedule of events to commemorate the 85th anniversary of The Battle of Britain. These include special Bunker tours, guest speakers, live music, family activities, and more.
Take a look below to see our planned events.
Package deals available – FREE for Hillingdon Heirtage Members
Event Schedule
19 SEPTEMBER 2026
Tours
Descend into history and immerse yourself in the Bunker’s incredible story, discovering its role in delivering victory in that long-ago summer of 1940.
10:00AM/ 11:45AM / 15:00
The Battle of Britain Experience: 15 Nations Tours
Travel back 86 years to one of the most decisive days of the Battle of Britain – 15 September 1940 – and discover how 15 nations came together to fend off the threat of invasion in history’s greatest air battles, told in the room that was at the centre of it all – the headquarters of No. 11 Group Fighter Command: The Operations Room at RAF Uxbridge.
Tour lasts approximately 75 mins and is accessed via 76 steps
13:00pm
‘In Their Own Words’ Tour
A unique Bunker tour using testimonies of the people who fought the Battle of Britain. An in-depth exploration of what it was like to defend Britain, both in the skies and from 60ft underground.
Hosted by author and historian Dilip Amin. This tour lasts approximately 90 mins and is accessed via 76 steps.
SPEAKERS SERIES
Join our impressive lineup of military historians and authors exploring the unique histories of the nations that came to Britain’s aid in in its hour of need.
Auditorium
Speaker Series
Paul Beaver, New Zealand 10:30
Military historian and aviation author Paul Beaver explores the vital contribution of Kiwi pilots and aircrew during the Battle of Britain, uncovering the stories, courage and legacy of those who helped defend Britain’s skies in 1940.
Available with singular Speaker Series ticket; Spitfire Package or Hurricane ticket.
Auditorium
Speaker Series
Mike Peters, USA 11:30
Brigadier General Fry examines Ireland’s often-overlooked contribution to the Battle of Britain, exploring the stories of Irish men and women who served with distinction and their enduring legacy in Britain’s finest hour.
Available with singular Speaker Series ticket; Spitfire Package or Hurricane ticket.
Auditorium
Speaker Series
Peter Devitt, Caribbean 14:00
Historian Peter Devitt uncovers the remarkable contribution of Caribbean pilots and aircrew during the Battle of Britain, sharing the inspiring stories of the men whose courage, skill and service helped defend Britain’s skies in 1940.
Available with singular Speaker Series ticket; Spitfire Package or Hurricane ticket.
Visitor Centre
A variety of stalls in the Bunker’s award-winning Visitor Centre exploring the 15 Nations that helped win the Battle of Britain, along with living history reenactors, family activities, food, music and dance.
All Day Mezzanine
15 Nation Displays
Displays highlighting the vital contributions made by 15 disparate nations during the Battle of Britain. Discover how the Battle was won with the aid of pilots, ground crew, operational staff, fundraising efforts and political help from the four corners of the globe through a series of informative displays and interactive stalls.
Available with any ticket.
2PM Outdoors
Living History
Immersive yourself in the history of that long ago summer of 1940 with living history displays from a variety of specialist groups brining the past alive with authentic uniform, equipment and other memorabilia from the period.
Historical reenactments will include representations of:
RAF personal
WAAF
French Resistance
US Air Force
Polish Air Force
Available with any ticket.
All day – Large Meeting Room
Virtual Tour
Can’t make the 76 steps down to the Bunker? Join us for our Virtual Tour of the headquarters of No. 11 Group Fighter Command and learn how the room shaped the course of history during the Battle of Britain.
Run time: 35 mins. Available with any ticket.
All day – Café
Great British Food and Drink
Enjoy a taste of the past with a selection of British classics such as Fish and Chips and Toad in the Hole, as well as a wide variety delicious cakes and snacks.
No ticket required
Outdoors – All Day
Open House London
Explore the Bunker’s unique Generator House as part of Open House Festival 2026.
Normally off‑limits to the public, it houses the original 1930s standby generator that powered the underground Operations Room coordinating RAF Fighter Command. It offers a glimpse into wartime engineering, featuring preserved machinery, original fittings, and fascinating stories of local wartime past.
Free admission, no booking required.
All day – Learning Centre
Family Activities
Step back in time with a our collection of 1940s games and activities. Included with any admission ticket. Flag bunting – white cliffs
Flags, outdoor 11:15
Flag Interpretation – Dedication Ceremony
Unveiling of new interpretation commemorating the 15 nations that fought during the Battle of Britain, with speeches from Charlotte, Northolt Station Commander, and the Mayor of Hillingdon.
Mezzanine – 13:00
Friends Community Choir
Enjoy classic hits and 1940s favourites by the Friends Community Choir, sung in the Visitor Centre with Hurricane and Spitfire swooping overhead and surrounded by collection items from the Batlle of Britain and beyond.
Available with any ticket.
Mezzanine – 14:30
Tea Dance
Relive the spirit of the 1940s with an afternoon of music, dancing, and vintage charm.
Enjoy live music and classic wartime tunes, ballroom dancing in true 1940s style in a warm and and welcoming atmosphere. Period dress encouraged – dust off your tea dresses, do up your victory rolls, relax and enjoy!
Available with any ticket.
Family Activities
There’s fun for all the family with special kids crafts and activities, all with a ‘15 Nations’ twist. Remember, ALL under 16s go FREE.
All day – Learning Centre
Family Activities
Step back in time with a our collection of 1940s games and activities. Included with any admission ticket. Flag bunting – white cliffs
Available with any admission ticket.
Mezzanine – All Day
Flag-tastic Creations
Get creative at Flag-tastic, our fun, family-friendly craft activity inspired by our 15 Nations theme.
Led by our Education Team, children can design and create their very own flag to celebrate their family, heritage, interests or what makes them unique. Whether inspired by culture, favourite colours, hobbies or imagination, every flag will tell a story.
Once complete, you can choose to take your flag home straight away or add it to our special museum bunting, where it will become part of a colourful community display celebrating the many backgrounds and identities of our visitors. If you choose to display your flag, you’re welcome to collect it to take home at a later date.
Suitable for all ages, Flag-tastic is a wonderful opportunity to get creative, celebrate diversity and help create a vibrant display that grows throughout the event.
Available with any ticket
Visitor Centre
Freshwater Theatre – ‘Crossing Oceans and Continents’
Get ready to step into history and bring your imagination to life! Freshwater Theatre is the UK’s leading interactive drama company for families. Through a magical mix of storytelling, music, and hands-on drama, children will live the past as they explore how the world is connected through ‘Crossing Oceans and Continents’, and how different nations came together in tough times to help each other.
Drop-in Sessions throughout the day.
Visit Essentials & Site Information
Parking
We have two carparks available – the lower carpark adjacent to the Visitor Centre and overflow parking at the top of Dowding Park.
A drop off zone for blue badge holders is available at the main site gates with stewards on hand to assist.
Bunker Access
As a Grade I listed building, the Bunker and the Operations Room can only be accessed via 77 steps. There is no lift or ramp access.
For visitors with reduced mobility, we will be hosting a short film in the in our wheelchair accessible Visitor Centre.
Getting Here
BY CAR: Use satnav postcode UB10 0GG or search maps for Battle of Britain Bunker
BY TUBE: Nearest station Uxbridge (Metropolitan and Piccadilly)
Eating and Shopping
Enjoy refrehments in our onsite Café. Whether you’re popping in for a light bite, fueling up before exploring the exhibits or reflecting after a day of historical discovery, our menu has something for everyone.
There is a shop in our Visitor Centre which sells a variety of relevant products.
Sensory Map
You can use our visual and sensory map to identify sensory-friendly places within the Visitor Centre and Bunker. Please be aware that we cannot guarantee that the spaces will be as shown. If you have concerns or questions, please email us or call us!
Coats & Buggy Park
The Visitor Centre has level access throughout and a lift between the spaces.
We can store one buggy in the Auditorium cloakroom. Please ask a member of staff for assistance. We ask that visitors avoid bringing large bags into the museum.
Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding is encouraged and supported across our site.
Eating Areas
There are picnic benches near the outside aircrafts and plenty of space for running around.
Changing Places
Unfortunately, we currently do not have a Changing Places toilet. Your nearest Changing Places toilet is located in Uxbridge town centre;
Intu Uxbridge Shopping Centre
Uxbridge
Greater London
UB8 1GE
GB
Please see the Changing Places website for more locations.
Baby Changing
Baby changing facilities are available on the First Floor of the Visitor Centre in the Accessible toilet.