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Explore the fascinating story of the
Royal Air Force and the people who serve through a unique
collection - ranging from bi-planes to fast jets, logbooks to
lucky charms – in four vast display hangars.
Start your journey with the Knights of
the Air from the First World War. Take a step back in time in our
Battle of Britain display, featuring a Hurricane and Boulton Paul
Defiant, built in the West Midlands, alongside the oldest
surviving Spitfire. Share the stories of the people who helped win
the Battle in the air and on the ground, through their flying
jackets, medal bars and objects from the vital plotting rooms.
Featuring the
newly restored Wellington bomber, Guy Gibson’s Victoria Cross, and
the Bristol Blenheim, discover how the RAF’s Bomber Command took
the war to the enemy. Interactive displays share the wider Bomber
Command story, exploring stories of the crew, technology and raids
that were crucial to Allied victory in the Second World War.
The National
Cold War Exhibition is the only place in the world to see the
three V-Bombers - the Vulcan, Victor and Valiant - together.
Audio-visual Hotspots share the stories of the Space Race and
Cuban Missile Crisis as well as anti-war protests.
The story is
brought up to date with Bravo November, the latest aircraft to
join our collection. This recently retired Chinook was the only
one to survive the Falklands Conflict and went on to serve for 40
years.
You’ll find flying entertainment for
the whole family in Flight Zone. Experiences on offer include
flying with the Red Arrows in an amazing 4D theatre. Pop on your
VR goggles and transport yourself into the cockpit of a real
Spitfire and take a flight in 360°. Or board a virtual Lancaster
and join the Dambusters on their legendary mission. Feel the speed
and agility of the Eurofighter Typhoon onboard the Flight
Simulator, with a pilot’s eye view from the cockpit. Glide through
the skies on the ParadropVR. This immersive paragliding flight
combines sensational VR content with a thrilling range of motion,
transporting users into a virtual world of airborne adventures. Or
take a selfie in a Spitfire while sitting in an exact replica of a
Second World War Spitfire cockpit.
Our exciting
events programme for 2025 is packed with themed activities for
families during each school break. The Museum will also be
celebrating VE 80 in May and Battle of Britain 85 in September.
Refuel in our
Airfield Kitchen where you will find a great selection of food and
drink. Or enjoy a picnic with views overlooking the RAF Cosford
airfield, while the younger members of your group play in our
aviation inspired playground. Browse the exciting ranges on offer
in our shop and pick up a memento of your day.
The Museum has wide isles ensuring easy
access around the site and manual wheelchairs and motor scooters
available for loan at no charge. The Visitor Centre is fitted with
a Changing Places Toilet and baby change facilities are located in
every display hangar. Parking on site includes designated spaces
close to the entrance for disabled visitors.
Entry to the Museum is FREE! Open daily
from 10.00am. You can book your visit and parking at
www.rafmuseum.org/midlands.
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Daily
(incl. bank holidays)
10am - 5pm (last admission 4pm)
December 24th - 26th, January 1st
CLOSED
Access around the Museum is easy with wide aisles for
pushchairs and wheelchairs. Wheelchairs and electronic scooters
are available free on arrival at the admissions desk, on a first
come first served basis.
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