The exhibition celebrates the 50th anniversary of the much-loved musical film and features cars, costumes and original film concept art.
The exhibition celebrates the 50th anniversary of the much-loved musical film and features cars, costumes and original film concept art.
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang 50 years will run at the National Motor Museum in Beaulieu until 3rd November 2019, offering visitors to look behind-the-scenes at the memorabilia from the original film.
Highlights of the exhibition will no doubt be the original screen Chitty Chitty Bang Bang car and the Humber 8hp driven by Truly Scrumptious.
The display can be seen as part of the general admission to Beaulieu, which includes access to the National Motor Museum, World of Top Gear, Palace House, the Secret Army Exhibition, On Screen Cars, Beaulieu Abbey and the gardens.
What to see at the Chitty Chitty Bang Bang 50 years exhibition
Visitors will also be able to see original film concept art by Sir Ken Adam, storyboard watercolour artwork by Robert Laing and technical drawings by Peter Lamont.
Meanwhile, Coggins’ Garage will be recreated within the museum to house the inventive machines of Rowland Emett seen in the film, including the Humbug Major Sweet Machine, Clockwork Lullabye, Little Dragon Carpet Sweeper and Hot Air Rocking Chair.
Elsewhere, costumes including those of the Child Catcher and Sally Anne Howes’ life-size music box doll dress will be able to be viewed and a timeline wall will chart the story of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang from its beginnings as a book by Ian Fleming to Cubby Broccoli’s film interpretation. First edition copies of Fleming’s book will be available to view, alongside producer Cubby Broccoli’s programme from the Royal World Premiere of the film in 1968.
Outside, a Chitty Chitty Bang Bang reconstruction will be being driven around the attraction and a full-size replica of Grandpa Potts’ hut will be on display.
The iconic Land Speed Record breaker car, Babs, that inspired the story of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang will be on display until Easter, after which it will return to the Pendine Museum of Speed in South Wales, where it is usually housed.
Group visits
Groups of 15 plus visiting the attractions at Beaulieu can benefit from discounts, a range of guided tours, group dining offers, free coach parking and free admission for coach drivers.
GTOs wishing to book a visit can call 01590 614645 or email groups@beaulieu.co.uk.
For more information, visit www.beaulieu.co.uk.
