Description

The award winning Royal Air Force Museum Cosford houses one of the largest aviation collections in the United Kingdom.

This landmark building contains 18 aircraft, military transport, missiles, memorabilia, interactive kiosks and hotspots of information. The exhibition reflects the social, cultural and political history of the Cold War era circa 1947 – 1989. Highlights include the only place in the UK where you can see Britain’s V Bombers: the Vulcan, Victor and Valiant. A Number of aircraft are suspended in flying attitudes including a Dakota, Canberra, Meteor, Lightning and Javelin. Visitors are able to look at them from an elevated viewing gallery.

RAF Museum Cosford is one day that everyone from small children upwards will enjoy whatever the weather. Children and adults alike will be fascinated by fun ‘n’ flight. Packed with hands on excitement, it’s the easy way to answer all those questions about how aircraft stay up in the air. The advanced flight simulator is also a great way to get an instant flying experience at just 2.75 per person. (See website for T & C’s)

The Visitor Centre is home to the Refuel Restaurant serving hot and cold meals and snacks. The Checkpoint Charlie Café serving light snacks and drinks and the well stocked Museum Shop are both located within The National Cold War Exhibition.

Access around the Museum is easy with wide aisles for pushchairs and wheelchairs.

Facilities

• Restaurant
• Cafe
• Gift Shop
• Picnic Area

Site fully accessible - motor scooters and wheelchairs available for loan on site at no charge.

Prices

Entry to the museum is free of charge.

Directions

Just off the A41, 1 mile from junction 3 on the M54.

See website for info on trains and buses.

Car parking £2.00 for upto 3 hours and £3.00 for upto 8 hours.

Opening Times

Open daily from 10.00am to 6.00pm.
Winter hours apply Nov - Feb.

Closed 24 - 26 Dec 1, 9-13 January 2012.