Chocs Away! at Aerospace Bristol explores wartime rationing this Easter
This Easter, Aerospace Bristol invites visitors to its Chocs Away! Easter trail, which explores meals from different eras of aviation history.
Each era will have a station and a challenge for visitors to complete and claim a free chocolate prize. One such activity is to bake a chocolate cake using limited ingredients mimicking the practice from World War II.
This interactive demonstration shows the creativity and resourcefulness of during rationing when basic food items such as butter, sugar, and eggs were scarce luxuries.
After completing the challenges, visitors can enjoy locally sourced seasonal menus at the museum’s brand new café, Flightline Kitchen+Bar, which opens on Saturday, 5th April.
More Easter activities continue:
Joystick Club Pedal Plane, Tuesday, 8th – Thursday, 10th April
For the youngest aviators, Aerospace Bristol is hosting a special event from April 8th to 10th, where under-5s can take the captain’s seat in miniature pedal planes. This imaginative experience will let little pilots navigate their own airborne adventure, ensuring an unforgettable time for toddlers and their families.
Droop Nose Demonstration, Wednesday, 9th April, 12pm
In addition to these exciting Easter activities, visitors can enjoy special Concorde events this month. On April 9th, witness a live Droop Nose demonstration to commemorate the anniversary of the first British Concorde flight (April 9, 1969), with Captain Colin Morris operating the controls. This unique experience is included with museum admission.
Concorde: Meet the Crew Q&A, Saturday, 12th April, 12:30-2:30pm.
Then, on April 12th, aviation enthusiasts can join an exclusive Concorde Crew Q&A session featuring Captain Les Brodie, Captain Colin Morris, former Concorde cabin crew member Neil Smith.
To make the experience even more rewarding, visitors can save up to 10% on tickets when booking online.
A rationing book and clothing coupons issued to British civilians during World War II.