
About Moth Hunters
Discover the variety of local moths in the National Museum of Flight grounds and enjoy moth-themed family friendly activities.
Programme
Morning walk with Katty Baird
Location: East Fortune Airfield
Time: 9:00–10:00
Join entomologist Katty Baird for an early morning walk around East Fortune Airfield to discover what has been caught in our overnight moth traps.
Drop-in activities
Location: Education Centre
Time: 10:00–12:00
Head inside the museum to learn more about moths and make your own moth trap or paper insect inspired by the moths you find.
Accessibility and facilities
We want everyone who comes to our museums to enjoy their time with us and make the most of their visit.
Visit our accessibility page for general access information for the National Museum of Flight.
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Header image credit: Stewart Attwood.
Plan your visit
All the information you need to plan your visit to the National Museum of Flight.
Plan your visit
All the information you need to plan your visit to the National Museum of Flight.
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