The National Lottery Open Week returns for Spring 2025 at the National Museum of Flight
As a recipient of National Lottery funding, the National Museum of Flight in East Fortune is inviting players to visit for free on 22 March.
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This March, the National Lottery will once again be saying thank you to players for the £30 million they raise for good causes every week, supporting vital projects in arts, sports, heritage, and communities nationwide, with National Lottery Open Week. From Saturday 15th to Sunday 23rd March 2025, the National Lottery Open Week offers players the chance to get outside and explore the UK’s rich history, stunning landscapes and vibrant culture through free and low-cost days out. Anyone with an online or retail National Lottery ticket, Scratchcard or Instant Win Game can enjoy a low-cost day out thanks to special offers at hundreds of National Lottery-funded venues and attractions.
On Saturday 22 March 2025, the National Museum of Flight is offering free entry to National Lottery players. Visitors to the Museum must book a ticket online in advance of their visit and bring along both their admission ticket and a lottery ticket or scratch card.
Steve McLean, General Manager at the National Museum of Flight said:
“We’re delighted to be taking part in The National Lottery Open Week this year. We’re grateful to have received National Lottery funding, which has enabled us to redevelop two of our nationally significant Second World War hangars. Devoted to military and civil aircraft, they explore a century of aviation, presenting the stories of some of the people who built and flew them. This is our way of saying thank you to everyone who has bought a National Lottery ticket, helped us on our journey and made a contribution to supporting good causes.”
The National Museum of Flight is home to a world class collection of aircraft, from a Supermarine Spitfire to Scotland’s only Concorde. The attraction houses the family-friendly Fantastic Flight gallery with its interactive exhibits where visitors can explore the science of aviation and discover how aircraft fly. They are also able to learn more about East Fortune’s wartime heritage in the Museum’s Fortunes of War exhibition.
To discover more participating venues, insider tips and how to redeem offers for The National Lottery Open Week visit www.nationallotteryopenweek.com
Terms and conditions and booking instructions across special offers will vary, check the individual offer listing for details. See www.nationallotteryopenweek.com for full terms and conditions.
Notes to editors
Notes to editors
1. About the National Museum of Flight
Located on the UK’s best-preserved Second World War airfield, the National Museum of Flight in East Fortune is home to a world-class collection of aircraft, from a Supermarine Spitfire to Concorde. It explores the history of aviation from the First World War to the present day through interactive galleries, supersonic experiences and historic hangars.
East Fortune Airfield, East Lothian, EH39 5LF
Tel: 0300 123 6789
Tickets can be booked online nms.ac.uk/flight
Winter opening hours:
Nov – Mar, open weekends only, Sat & Sun: 10:00 - 16:00, last entry 15:00
2. About National Museums Scotland
National Museums Scotland is one of the leading museum groups in the UK and Europe and it looks after collections of national and international importance. The organisation provides loans, partnerships, research and training in Scotland and internationally. Our individual museums are the National Museum of Scotland, the National Museum of Flight, the National Museum of Rural Life and the National War Museum. The National Museums Collection Centre in Edinburgh houses conservation and research facilities as well as collections not currently on display.
Facebook: www.facebook.com/NationalMuseumsScotland
Instagram: @NationalMuseumsScotland
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3. About the National Lottery Open Week
Use any retail or online National Lottery ticket, Scratchcard or Instant Win Game, for special offers at participating venues 15-23 March 2025 *Subject to availability.
See www.nationallotteryopenweek.com for booking details and full terms and conditions.
Please contact nationallottery@lansons.com for wider information on the National Lottery Open Week campaign.
4. About The National Lottery
National Lottery players raise around £30 million every week for Good Causes across the UK
In the last 30 years, National Lottery players have raised over £50 billion of funding for more than 700,000 community, heritage, sport, arts and film projects
From building community spirit and national pride to championing unsung heroes and encouraging creative flair or sporting genius; by saving species and preserving landmarks; The National Lottery has been a game changer for the UK.
For more information, please visit www.lotterygoodcauses.org.uk