Following on from the success of the Fun Palaces event in October, we’re back again at the Higgins Museum. Come and discover Bedford’s airship story in this free pop-up experience that features Virtual, Augmented, and Mixed Reality technology.
Step inside history and explore what it was like to design, fly, and investigate these incredible engineering feats. Climb the Cardington mast – virtually.

Expect to:
- Explore 3D airship worlds in immersive VR.
- Try prototype XR experiences — from flight decks to museum galleries.
- Share your feedback to help shape the final version touring the UK in 2026.
- Discover Bedford’s airship heritage through cutting-edge storytelling and technology.
When? ; Saturday 6th December 2025
Where? The Higgins Museum, Bedford, MK40 3XD
11:00 – 17:00
