Explore vintage aircraft and aviation history at this specialized museum showcasing rare Miles aircraft and historic flying machines from Berkshire's aviation heritage.

The Museum of Berkshire Aviation is a dedicated heritage institution preserving the history of aircraft design and manufacturing in Berkshire. The museum features an extensive collection of vintage aircraft exhibits, including rare Miles aircraft models such as trainers, messengers, and experimental designs that represent significant chapters in British aviation history. Visitors can explore numerous aircraft on display, from operational survivors still in existence worldwide to detailed exhibits of historically important planes. The museum's collection spans multiple generations of aviation development, including military trainers, personal aircraft, and experimental prototypes. Gallery displays and comprehensive documentation provide insights into the engineering and design innovations that shaped these aircraft. The venue is suitable for aviation enthusiasts of all ages, from families introducing children to aircraft design and history (ages 4+) to serious researchers and historians. The combination of indoor exhibits and outdoor aircraft displays offers both covered and open-air exploration opportunities, making it accessible in various weather conditions.

Venue Details

What this place offers

Toilets

Public transport nearby

Accessible toilets

Free WiFi

Baby changing facilities

Food available

On-site parking

🐕Dog-friendly

Parking nearby

Pushchair friendly

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Stanley Wright

3 months ago

Fantastic experience for everyone who likes aviation! The volunteers are all enthusiastic, knowledgeable and helpful. There is a large array of planes and some helicopters along with multiple small scale models along side them. You can go inside one of the planes (pictures attached) and sit in a helicopter. It's not a big museum which makes it ideal for if you want to spend an hour or two while touring Reading (especially because the tickets are cheap!). There is also an activity for children too (teddy bear trail).

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Matthew Jennings

3 months ago

Lovely staff, Lovely exhibits, Support your local Museum and pop along, And a cuppa tea only a £1

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Floor Shaker Music

6 months ago

Very cool place, I'll be back! The guys looking after the museum are very friendly, knowledgeable and gave us some cool info. Definitely worth a visit!

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Ellanor

10 months ago

We had an amazing experience here as a family. The volunteer staff were very helpful and gave us a little tour around the museum. There was interactive activities for children which they really enjoyed. This place is deffintly worth visiting and is great for a rainy day.

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Graham Spinks

12 months ago

My first visit, and well worth it, told. My friend and I were lucky that it was quiet and were fortunate enough to speak to Alex, a volunteer, who gave us a personal tour. So much more interesting than walking around just looking at displays. I hadn't realised how important the area around Woodley was to aviation history. Two hours well spent and return will be made.

Reviews last updated: 7 October 2026