Magnificent Machines

Discover the size and power of magnificent machines!

Our transport event is proving to be even more popular than last year with a host of great activities, workshops and events planned. A wide range of vehicles will be on show from classic to sports cars, sidecars, minis, motorbikes, steam engines, fire engines and scooters!

Here is a sneak peak at what we have in store: 

  • Big Pete’s Monster Trucks
  • Scottish traction steam engines 
  • BMX stunt display from Duncan Shaw of The Clan (Saturday only - see Duncan in action here)
  • Parade of magnificent machines
  • Harry Potter’s flying Ford Anglia 
  • Meet the Concorde, commercial and RAF pilots
  • War time stories from a Veteran of 602 Squadron (Saturday only) 
  • Curator’s choice tours (Sunday only) 
  • RUTS (Rural & Urban Training Scheme) mobile motorcycle mechanics workshop – join their drop-in challenges throughout the day
  • Funfair
  • Go-karts and quad bikes 
  • Gyroscope 
  • Jumbo inflatable monster truck 
  • Scottish Archery Centre 
  • Food stalls.

Our family tent returns this year and includes story telling, Billy the balloon clown performing magic, the R34 airship art work, a vehicle challenge and traditional street games.

Monster Truck at Magnificent Machines

You can purchase your tickets online or call our ticket desk on 0131 225 7534.

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Magnificent Machines 
Date: Sat 26 - Sun 27 September
Times: 10:00-17:00
Cost: Adults £8.50 / Conc. £6.50 / Children under 12 and Members free! Parking £4.00
Bookings: Book your tickets online here or call 0131 225 7534
For Group bookings and information call 0131 247 4238

Big Pete from Magnificent Machines, National Museum of Flight

Magnificent Machines
Sat 26 - Sun 27 September 09

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