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We cannot thank EVERYONE who came to this amazing 1940's Weekender.๐Ÿ™๐Ÿ’–
Thanks to Sleap Airfield, Re-enactment Groups, Traders, Artists, my Wife, our Staff & Ewe the Public ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘
Watch this space... ๐Ÿคซ 2025?

11/09/2024

Shhhhhh....๐Ÿคซ๐Ÿคซ๐Ÿคซ

Can anyone hear a BIG Announcement coming for 2025 from Camp 1940's Weekender ...

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Some of our valued Customers will know by now we are heavily investing our time into the 1940's, a very significant part...
03/09/2024

Some of our valued Customers will know by now we are heavily investing our time into the 1940's, a very significant part of our History.

It is with great sadness that I announce the Country's loss of John Trotman, who? you will very likely say... (Take a mere minute of your time to read a little about this Hero and True Legendary WW2 Pilot.

As a secret surprise for our 1940's Weekender, which took place in July at Sleap Airfield, we had invited John Trotman as our Honorary VIP Guest and his Wife. Sadly Johnny never got to us, after a fall 3 days before our event, which he was so looking forward to.

John Trotman, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross twice for 70 missions with RAF Bomber Command. In the course of 5ยฝ years, he clocked up over 2,000 flying hours, completed two operational tours, and walked away from three crashes โ€“ an extraordinary record.

Asked about swooping down as low as 30ft on War missions, the former Air Force pilot told BBC Radio Shropshire it was "almost ground level" and he had to drop bombs in tunnels.

"You have to dive... towards that hole, direct the bombs which... had delayed action fuses, so that you could bounce the bombs along the track and into the tunnel.
"Then you had to fly immediately upwards, away from the area just across the mouth of the tunnel when... of course after about 10 seconds or so [the bombs] exploded."

John Trotman DFC & BAR, who left us on 27 August 2024 aged 102yrs young.

'Our Greatest Generation' ๐Ÿ™

30/07/2024

Our greatest generation, Thanks to the Morgan family for allowing us to invite Bernard as our V.I.P Guest...

Did he tell us some stories ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ™๐Ÿ’–

We love to receive your family 1940's photos... Pictures here courtesy of Anne Cragg who is joining us ๐Ÿ™
17/07/2024

We love to receive your family 1940's photos... Pictures here courtesy of Anne Cragg who is joining us ๐Ÿ™

Dialled in for our fantastic 1940's Weekender ๐Ÿ™Loads to see and do. Remember this is an interactive Living History event...
17/07/2024

Dialled in for our fantastic 1940's Weekender ๐Ÿ™

Loads to see and do. Remember this is an interactive Living History event, so ask as many questions whilst taking your memorable pics ๐Ÿ“ธ

Enjoy โš ๏ธ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ’–

What was this superb 1940's Sitcom Character's favourite phrase? Meet him at this weekends event ๐Ÿ’–
16/07/2024

What was this superb 1940's Sitcom Character's favourite phrase? Meet him at this weekends event ๐Ÿ’–

11/07/2024

Wartime Aircraft Recovery Group Museum

A MUST VISIT if Ewe are joining us as our 1940's Weekender next weekend.

This is an original 1940โ€™s RAF building packed full of so much great historic items and things to view.

Please make a donation on entry.

So much to see ๐Ÿ™

09/07/2024

Everyone loves a little bit of The Ronnie Singers ๐ŸŽ™๐ŸŽ™๐ŸŽ™๐ŸŽ™

Joining us on Sunday 21st July at our 1940's Weekender

โค๐Ÿค๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง

โ›”1940's Big Band Dance - SOLD OUT โ›”Please be advised Saturday night's event is now completely sold out. A waiting list i...
08/07/2024

โ›”1940's Big Band Dance - SOLD OUT โ›”

Please be advised Saturday night's event is now completely sold out.

A waiting list is available to anyone wishing to obtain 'buy-backs' from any guests who cannot make it, but it will be limited.
To register please email us at [email protected]

For Ewe lucky guests who managed to get in...

To help create the 1940โ€™s atmosphere, period costume, uniform (inc. Axis) or civilian is encouraged, if you can; otherwise, smart dress is politely requested.

โ€ผ๏ธ FINAL CALL.... FINAL CALL... For any Remaining Exhibition Vehicles Military or Civilian โ€ผ๏ธWe will be closing entries ...
01/07/2024

โ€ผ๏ธ FINAL CALL.... FINAL CALL... For any Remaining Exhibition Vehicles Military or Civilian โ€ผ๏ธ

We will be closing entries this Friday, to allow us to conclude our 1940's Weekender footprint.

Thank Ewe to the Gentleman who's kindly bringing us this lovely German WW2 Military gem... But anyone know what it is?

๐Ÿ”ฅANOTHER HOT ANNOUNCEMENT ๐Ÿ”ฅThe UK's number one provider of Helicopter pleasure flights will be supporting our event this...
21/06/2024

๐Ÿ”ฅANOTHER HOT ANNOUNCEMENT ๐Ÿ”ฅ

The UK's number one provider of Helicopter pleasure flights will be supporting our event this year and offering attendees the unique opportunity to experience a Helicopter Flight live from our event.

Their team of professional, enthusiastic pilots and crew are expertly trained and fully qualified to ensure you have the most unforgettable, once in a lifetime experience with memories you will keep forever. Nothing compares to the sensation of soaring through the sky in a sleek Jet Powered Helicopter capturing the full event from a bird's eye view.

With a range of flight times, you can find out more about their flights here: https://www.adventure001.com/Activity/Aviation/Helicopter-Rides/43"

Today we took a very interesting call, a very very interesting call that stopped our Events Director dead in his tracks....
18/06/2024

Today we took a very interesting call, a very very interesting call that stopped our Events Director dead in his tracks.

Within all the 40's nostalgia and fantastic 40's living history we help deliver to our supporting customers, this is one that we would like you to take a small moment to support, if even by talking with Alan Crowe, who will be handling a small 3m x 3m gazebo at our event, why? Please read on...๐Ÿ™

ENSA MEMORIAL APPEAL
https://ensamemorialappeal.co.uk/

Our mission statement is to uphold and remember those of the show-business industry who gave so much to boost morale during World War 2 both at home and on the front line. To reinforce their contribution to the war effort through a lasting memorial along with presentations and educational programmes for schools, organisations and the general public. Thus creating a legacy to both present and future generations!

Entertainment played a vital part in helping Britain win World War 2 and cost some performers their lives and it is only right that a memorial honouring the work of the everyday musicians, the jobbing actors, variety acts and such like should feature at the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire.

Vivienne Hoye, a 17 year old dancer (Pictured) who lost her life when after entertaining troops in Belgium an air raid forced them to hastily pack up the truck, and in the pandemonium that ensued the truck ended up on a mined field!

We can all thank the truly astounding work that Gracie Fields, Dame Vera Lynn and George Formby and many many others delivered, but this can only make you think.

They just keep coming...๐Ÿ™Look at these beautiful WW2 vehicles joining us for the eventIf you haven't yet purchased your ...
15/06/2024

They just keep coming...๐Ÿ™

Look at these beautiful WW2 vehicles joining us for the event

If you haven't yet purchased your advance entry, we recommend Ewe get on your toes as this event is under heavy demand and we CANNOT promise on-the-door will be available sorry.๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿƒ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ

โš ๏ธ Camping Availability Low โš ๏ธ

We are pleased to announce we will have a range of WW2 aircraft that you can certainly up close and personal too...A sel...
07/06/2024

We are pleased to announce we will have a range of WW2 aircraft that you can certainly up close and personal too...

A selection of Members from the UK's Large Model Association will be joining us.

There will be some actual live planned aerial entertainment at set timings Saturday and Sunday, to witness these incredible large scaled warbirds take off from the runway.

โš ๏ธ Camping Availability Selling Fast โš ๏ธIf you're thinking of joining us for the weekend, at our 1940's Weekender, purcha...
04/06/2024

โš ๏ธ Camping Availability Selling Fast โš ๏ธ

If you're thinking of joining us for the weekend, at our 1940's Weekender, purchase your valid day and camping entry now to avoid disappointment.

Once they are all sold no further admission we be allowed sorry.๐Ÿ˜ข

For all Camping Information & More Visit: โฌ‡๏ธโฌ‡๏ธโฌ‡๏ธ
https://dangeroussheep.com/event/1940s-weekender-sleap-airfield/

24/05/2024

Under 8 weeks to go ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘

โœ”๏ธ Marching Bands...
โœ”๏ธ Military Vehicles...
โœ”๏ธ 1940's Entertainment...
โœ”๏ธ Warbirds...

and soooooooo much more for all to enjoy!

๐ŸŽซGrab Your Advanced Entry (to be guaranteed entry on the weekend) โฌ‡๏ธโฌ‡๏ธโฌ‡๏ธ

https://dangeroussheep.com/event/1940s-weekender-sleap-airfield/

When delivering 1940's events like ours, you always have to expect the unexpected whether 'Friend or Foe'...Thankfully, ...
24/05/2024

When delivering 1940's events like ours, you always have to expect the unexpected whether 'Friend or Foe'...

Thankfully, this gem of a Re-Enactor will be back with us, delivering some strong WW2 speeches to arouse the crowd.

'Monty' alias Alan Oliver ๐Ÿ’–

Visit this Excellent Museum, the Wartime Aircraft Recovery Group actually on site. Currently under loving restoration, b...
24/04/2024

Visit this Excellent Museum, the Wartime Aircraft Recovery Group actually on site.

Currently under loving restoration, but open to the Public, you will be mesmerised by the internal contents.

Be prepared to loose yourself for a good few hours.

๐Ÿ‘€ Free to Enter - All Donations Very Welcome ๐Ÿ™

๐Ÿ‘€ Every fancied being in a Spitfire... ? ๐Ÿ‘€Well, this 'could' be your chance. Joining us this year will be Ifly Spitfire ...
23/04/2024

๐Ÿ‘€ Every fancied being in a Spitfire... ? ๐Ÿ‘€

Well, this 'could' be your chance. Joining us this year will be Ifly Spitfire Simulator.

Experience the thrill of being part of the Battle of Britain by flying in this exact 1/1 scale MK IX Spitfire. The aircraft features fully functioning analogue instrumentation and flight controls, with many original period parts fitted and functioning in accordance with the original warbird including realistic sound and vibrations.

You can enjoy a flight over Dover, France or London, all set in the 1940s, or test your skills at dogfighting and shooting down the Luftwaffe.

There are many different scenarios available, including taxi take-off and landing.

They aim to provide 15 minutes of experience - a brief explanation of controls and 10 minutes of flying time.

'Chocks Away' ...

18/04/2024

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Big Announcement ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง

Join us on Sat 20th & Sun 21st July, to not only get up close and personal with our WW2 beauty, the AVRO Anson but...

We will be offering YOU the chance to take a 1hr Pleasure Flight in her.

๐Ÿ‘€ This unique opportunity will be available for only ยฃ350* ๐Ÿ‘€
*All proceeds to the aircraft owner.

โš ๏ธ Pre-booking will obviously be essential โš ๏ธ

Treat Yourself or Someone You Love.

Interested? Please email 1940โ€™[email protected]

First Come; First Served Sorry
๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ...

29/03/2024

Come and See Some Serious Warbirds... Up Close & Personal ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ

Camera's at the ready... ๐Ÿ“ธ

Anyone know this beauty? ๐Ÿ’–

28/03/2024

Good afternoon all, this is a quick shout out to let you know we still have the availability to accept a few more vintage stall holders for our 1940s Weekender on the 20th and 21st of July at Sleap Airfield in Shrewsbury.

For further Details please Email Michelle at [email protected].

Hope your all having a great day ๐Ÿ˜€

A very interesting visit to Sleap Airfield this week, making preparations for our event.We have some significant British...
23/03/2024

A very interesting visit to Sleap Airfield this week, making preparations for our event.

We have some significant British WW2 pictures and stories to share.

Does anyone know what aircraft the Whitley's were training with?

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง ๐Ÿ™

16/03/2024

๐Ÿ”ฅHot Announcement๐Ÿ”ฅcoming in early April...

If 'Ewe' love WW2 aircraft and would do anything to go up in a Warbird...or treat a family member or friend...๐Ÿค”

Then 'Hold Tight' we have one of serious unique offer coming... ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง

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Our greatest generation, Thanks to the Morgan family for allowing us to invite Bernard as our V.I.P Guest... Did he tell us some stories ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ™๐Ÿ’–

Wartime Aircraft Recovery Group Museum A MUST VISIT if Ewe are joining us as our 1940's Weekender next weekend. This is an original 1940โ€™s RAF building packed full of so much great historic items and things to view. Please make a donation on entry. So much to see ๐Ÿ™

Everyone loves a little bit of The Ronnie Singers ๐ŸŽ™๐ŸŽ™๐ŸŽ™๐ŸŽ™ Joining us on Sunday 21st July at our 1940's Weekender โค๐Ÿค๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Big Announcement ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Join us on Sat 20th & Sun 21st July, to not only get up close and personal with our WW2 beauty, the AVRO Anson but... We will be offering YOU the chance to take a 1hr Pleasure Flight in her. ๐Ÿ‘€ This unique opportunity will be available for only ยฃ350* ๐Ÿ‘€ *All proceeds to the aircraft owner. โš ๏ธ Pre-booking will obviously be essential โš ๏ธ Treat Yourself or Someone You Love. Interested? Please email 1940โ€™[email protected] First Come; First Served Sorry ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ...

Come and See Some Serious Warbirds... Up Close & Personal ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Camera's at the ready... ๐Ÿ“ธ Anyone know this beauty? ๐Ÿ’–

๐Ÿ‘‹๐Ÿ‘‹ The Hottest 40's Band in Shropshire Joins Us ๐Ÿ‘‹๐Ÿ‘‹ Introducing for your pleasure and 1940's enjoyment, the one, the only... The Ronnies If you haven't seen The Ronnies you are in for a serious treat, with beautiful harmonies and four voices that will remain with you, this superb quartet join us for part of Sundays entertainment... Check out this video snip-it from last years event... ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ๐Ÿ’– Lots more being announced, so get your tickets in advance and save a few quid... ๐Ÿ‘€'On-The-Door' tickets will be pending availability for site security reasons. ๐Ÿ‘€ ๐Ÿค”Don't disappoint yourself, family and friends. Advice Buy Now โ€ผ๏ธ

If anyone is interested in a pitch at our 1940s please give us a call to discuss ๐Ÿ™

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