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Royal Air Force Museum Midlands

Cosford, United Kingdom•4.8(16.6k)•Heritage Site, Museum

Explore RAF history through iconic aircraft, interactive exhibitions, and family activities with free admission in an indoor-outdoor venue.

Royal Air Force Museum Midlands offers a comprehensive journey through aviation history spanning from 1914 to the Cold War era. Visitors can explore three major exhibition hangars featuring the Battle of Britain display, the world's oldest Spitfire, German and British military aircraft, Bomber Command exhibits, and the National Cold War Exhibition with authentic artifacts like a piece of the Berlin Wall and V Bombers. The museum combines static aircraft displays with engaging interactive experiences, including virtual reality activities and the opportunity to sit inside a Spitfire. Designed as a full family day out, the venue welcomes visitors of all ages with dedicated family activities, an outdoor playground, and accessible facilities. Children can engage with aviation history through hands-on experiences while adults discover the technical and historical significance of the aircraft and the RAF's role in major 20th-century conflicts. The museum is particularly suitable for school groups and families seeking educational entertainment. With free admission, indoor and outdoor spaces, on-site cafés, and pushchair-friendly facilities, RAF Museum Midlands provides an all-weather destination. The venue is currently undergoing the Inspiring Everyone: Midlands Development Programme, with Hangar 1 scheduled to reopen in summer 2027 with a brand new exhibition. The museum has earned recognition as a Which? Recommended Provider and is accredited by Visit England.
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Opening Hours

Monday: 10:00 – 17:00
Tuesday: 10:00 – 17:00
Wednesday: 10:00 – 17:00
Thursday: 10:00 – 17:00
Friday: 10:00 – 17:00
Saturday: 10:00 – 17:00
Sunday: 10:00 – 17:00

Venue Details

Venue Type

Indoor & Outdoor

Typical visit duration

All day

Booking

Walk-in or book in advance

Recommended ages

0 months (newborn)+

What this place offers

ToiletsToilets
Public transportPublic transport nearby
Accessible toilets
Free WiFi
Baby changingBaby changing facilities
Food available
On-site parking
🐕Dog-friendly
Parking nearby
Pushchair friendlyPushchair friendly

☕ Food & Drink

Cafés

On-site cafés offering quick bites and refreshments for visitors

Hours: 10:00am - 4:30pm

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4.8(16.6k reviews)
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Brian Denny

Brian Denny

3 weeks ago

Disappointed that two areas were closed. Would of been really nice to see the sikorsky in the conservatory area too. ME262 was amazing, my fave aircraft. Worth a visit but perhaps check before you go to see what is closed

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Alick H

Alick H

2 months ago

Excellent museum with great exhibits and historical commentary either by visual stories, video or audio. Well arranged and the staff are on hand for any help or information. The amazing thing is it's ALL FREE! Including the hire of a mobility scooter 🛵 we took advantage of. I think a nominal £5 fee wouldn't be out of place but you can make a voluntary contribution. There is a visitor center with cafe and a play park outside for children. You can spend hours here if you're that way inclined. My only slight criticism is in the Cold War hangar there was so much crammed in it was sometimes difficult to make out and appreciate some of the aircraft in there. Still well worth 5 stars.

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ASHY JOSEPH

ASHY JOSEPH

5 months ago

Must visit place , exciting for the whole family. Just imagine the stuff used even at World war just in front of us. Brilliant. Great kudos to staff and volunteers maintaining it so well . Plenty of parking space with a fee of £7 and have nice cafeteria .

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Michael Collins

Michael Collins

5 months ago

RAF Museum Cosford is ideal if your looking for a great day out where not only is it FREE to enter but your kepted out of the inclement weather as most of the displays are inside various hangers. Would advise to book online make sure you add your parking which is £6,50 if you use the pay and display it is a £1 more there is loads of parking available and access to the museum is easy for able body and disabled body people. To the left of the entrance there is a cafe serving various hot and cold drinks, cakes, sandwiches and lunches. Toilets are also located on site plus 3 or 4 gift shops. For a small fee you can also try out the VR spitfire flight which was awesome, there is a 4d Red Arrows flight which was also very good. So for All this to run there are lots of volunteers and staff at had full of information and super helpfull so a big thankyou to all the staff that made our visit so memorable you were all amazing. As you work your way around there are a few stations for donations. We donated £6 online which was mentioned when we entered to pick our tickets up. Every donation counts and helps keeping the lights on and your generosity is greatly recieved. So we spent nearly 3 hours here and saw so much and we had a great time. All in all its a brilliant Museum even with the parking fee and a donation its is really good value. We would hesitate to recommend and will definitely be returning to take a closer look at the planes that are outside.

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Will Spence

Will Spence

6 months ago

My son and I love WW2 military history and we had a fabulous day out at RAF Cosford museum. The collection of aircraft from WW2 is very impressive as is the cold war hanger. Getting up close to a MK1 Spitfire and BF109 is brilliant. Being able to see see inside the full length of a Wellington bomber was great and being able to stand in the bomb bays of the Lincoln bomber was a highlight. Plus the Vulcan bomber is impressive as well. If you like military aircraft definitely make a point of visiting, plus the fact tickets a free makes this 5 stars day out👌🏻

Reviews last updated: 29 September 2026

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This venue was last updated on 29 September 2026

Frequently asked questions about Royal Air Force Museum Midlands

Is Royal Air Force Museum Midlands free to visit?

Entry to Royal Air Force Museum Midlands is completely free — there are no admission charges, making it a great no-cost option for a family day out.

What ages is Royal Air Force Museum Midlands suitable for?

Royal Air Force Museum Midlands is suitable for visitors of all ages, from babies through to adults.

Is Royal Air Force Museum Midlands dog-friendly?

Dogs are not permitted at Royal Air Force Museum Midlands.

Is there parking at Royal Air Force Museum Midlands?

Yes, Royal Air Force Museum Midlands has on-site parking.

Is there food at Royal Air Force Museum Midlands?

Yes — Cafés is on site at Royal Air Force Museum Midlands. On-site cafés offering quick bites and refreshments for visitors

Is Royal Air Force Museum Midlands pushchair-friendly?

Yes, Royal Air Force Museum Midlands is pushchair, pram and buggy friendly — most areas are step-free so you can navigate easily with little ones in tow.

How long should we plan to spend at Royal Air Force Museum Midlands?

Royal Air Force Museum Midlands is a full-day experience — plan accordingly.

How do I get to Royal Air Force Museum Midlands by public transport?

Royal Air Force Museum Midlands is well-served by public transport.
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