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A complete
Naval Heritage centre
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The VENGEANCE will
form a complete Naval Heritage centre, bridging the gap between history
and present day Aerospace, Information Technology and the Defence Industries.
Facilities
will include heritage, educational and activities centres, trade exhibition
facilities, recreational & tourism areas, shops, and of course the
anticipated centerpiece, the VENGEANCE, restored to all her splendour.
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Anticipated
Highlights
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A entrance Visitor Centre
featuring a multimedia presentation of VENGEANCE's long naval career from
1942.
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Historical displays,
crew and naval aviation memorabilia on display.
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Carrier aircraft and
equipment displays from Australia, Brazil and UK.
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Guided and self directed
tours of the ship, hanger, flight deck, engine room, ops room, messs
rooms, galley, dentist, and the bridge.
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Cinema with short films
and videos, a flight simulators for virtual reality experiences.
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Conference, Business
and University facilities and corporate entertainment opportunities.
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Veteran Reunion and
Group activity programmes.
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Centre for Learning
- Educational and Community events including exhibitions about Brazil and
Australia, and aircraft cockpits for hand-on approach.
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Stop overs in the local
area by ship cruises.
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Part of local and regional
history tourist routes.
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Onboard cafe and shop
selling memorabilia, Australian, Brazilan and British products
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Project Costs
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A feasibility study and business plan are
currently being developed and will determine amount required for relocation,
restoration, and berthing pier improvements. Comparisons are being made
with the preserved aircraft carriers in the USA where they have up to 20
years of preservation experience, and with our own warships and other large
preserved ships such as the Belfast, Cavalier, Warrior etc.
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Financed through entrance
fees, educational and study activities, special events and programmes,
corporate activities, commercial sector partnerships, community contributions
and Investment Plan (CLI). Some economic development grants and financing.
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Admission
Price
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Various tour options,
Group and family plans, special discounts for military, children, veterans
senior citizens will make a visit to the VENGEANCE affordable and competitive
with other South and SW England attractions.
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Multi destination promotions
will also be featured linking with County Councils, City Councils,
and Tourist Authorities.
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Projected Location |
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If the ship goes to
Plymouth, Falmouth, SW England or Southampton she will be in a convenient
location within minutes of major city centres and routes of communication
within easy road access to the ship in place.
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Anticipated
Opening
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Because the VENGEANCE
is in such good condition we estimate that some areas of the ship could
be ready for visitors as early as 1-3 months after its arrival in the UK.
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Click here for
the proposals for the Vengeance Naval Aviation Heritage Museum |
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Click here for
information about potential Vengeance Affiliates |
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