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Thrust SSC: Celebrating the Land Speed Record

Saturday 24 September Show all dates and times

Join us for a celebration of Thrust SSC ahead of the 25th anniversary of its record-breaking drive

A photograph of Thrust SSC on display in Coventry Transport Museum

On 15 October 1997, the Thrust SuperSonic Car became the first land vehicle to break the sound barrier. The car is now one of the highlights of our collection, situated within our Land Speed Gallery, alongside Thrust2 and Bloodhound SSC.

Ahead of the 25th anniversary of this major occasion, we're excited to be welcoming members of the Thrust SSC team (including Richard Noble OBE) to the museum to celebrate the legacy of this amazing vehicle, as part of a day of Thrust-themed activities. Find out more about what's coming up below!

Guided Tour: The Story of Land Speed, 11.30am and 12.30pm

Led by our in-house team, this guided tour of the Land Speed Gallery is a chance to learn about the record-breaking Thrust SSC and Thrust2 cars. Tours are included in normal museum admission with no extra charge, but booking is essential.

Go CV cardholders go free. If you do not have a Go CV card, please ensure you purchase a ticket for the museum as well as booking your free guided tour ticket.

Please note that the 11.30am tour is sold out. An additional slot is now available at 12.30pm.

Book your free tickets via Eventbrite

Meet the Thrust SSC team, from 2pm

Curious about the minds behind the world's first supersonic car? During the afternoon, we're thrilled to have several members of the Thrust SSC team (including Richard Noble OBE) visiting our museum for a celebration of the Thrust legacy. Drop into our Land Speed Gallery from 2pm onwards and you might just get to meet them, or even ask them a question!

No booking necessary - simply purchase a ticket for the museum or drop-in free if you're a Go CV member.

A close up of one of the Thrust SSC engines

Family Trail, all day

Throughout the day, themed family trails available to pick up and follow on-site. Simply ask at the welcome desk for one of our interactive trails to keep children entertained throughout your visit.

£1.50 on the door including a badge from our gift shop. No advance booking required.

PLUS!

A photograph of Thrust SSC merchandise on display in the Coventry Transport Museum shop, including printed mugs, an Etch and Pin badge in a display frame, and boxes of model cars

Looking for a souvenir to take home?

Pop into our gift shop to browse a range of Thrust-themed merchandise, including a Thrust SSC Etch and Pin badge exclusively designed for Coventry Transport Museum.

As an added bonus, we're giving away free Thrust SSC posters for every spend over £10 in the shop, subject to availability.

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