Minster Abbey Tours

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The history of the airfield from 1916 and it's use by the RAF and civil airlines. Manston started its Aviation days as a Royal Naval Station in 1916, with a base at Westgate Bay for seaplanes. The early airfield was on the area now occupied by the passenger terminal. By 1917 Manston airfield had grown to include four underground hangars, its own railway line to Birchington, a power station to generate electricity, barracks for 3,000 men and even an indoor swimming pool. After WW1, training of airmen in airframe maintenance and engine repairs was taught in the School of Technical Training. 1940 and WW2 brought the Battle of Britain. Barnes Wallis arrived in 1943 to test his bouncing bomb at nearby Reculver, before the Dam busters carried out their famous raid. Roland Beaumont arrived with the Typhoon which came to be the most successful ground attack aircraft in WW2.

RAF Manston History Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at RAF Manston History Museum during your trip to Minster. Visit the area's stunning cathedral or amble around its waterfront.

RAF Manston History Museum

St Mary's Church

Find out about the history of Minster with a stop at St Mary's Church. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

St Mary's Church

Stonelees Golf Centre

Enjoy a round of golf in Minster at Stonelees Golf Centre. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Stonelees Golf Centre

St. Augustine's Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Minster at St. Augustine's Golf Club. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.

St. Augustine's Golf Club

Monkton Nature Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Monkton Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Ramsgate. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.

Monkton Nature Reserve

RAF Manston Spitfire and Hurricane Memorial Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in RAF Manston Spitfire and Hurricane Memorial Museum in Minster. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its lively bars.

RAF Manston Spitfire and Hurricane Memorial Museum

Best Lodging Options Near Minster Abbey

Twentieth Century B&B

Twentieth Century B&B

3.5 out of 5
102 Minnis Road, Birchington-On-Sea, Birchington, England
Twentieth Century B&B
Crown Inn

Crown Inn

3 out of 5
Ramsgate Rd, Birchington, England
Crown Inn
Bay Lodge

Bay Lodge

3.5 out of 5
161 Minnis Road, Birchington, England
Bay Lodge
Spencer Court Hotel

Spencer Court Hotel

3 out of 5
37 Spencer Square, Ramsgate, England
Spencer Court Hotel
The Hussar

The Hussar

4 out of 5
219 Canterbury Road, Margate, England
The Hussar
Cosy New 4 bed in Ramsgate Close to Quex Park

Cosy New 4 bed in Ramsgate Close to Quex Park

3.5 out of 5
Ramsgate
Cosy New 4 bed in Ramsgate Close to Quex Park
St Peters Bed and Breakfast

St Peters Bed and Breakfast

3.5 out of 5
36 St Peter's St, Sandwich, England
St Peters Bed and Breakfast
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