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About
The Royal Air Force Museum Cosford offers a fun, entertaining day out for all the family. Situated next to an active airfield, this is the only place in the Midlands where you can get close to so many breathtaking aircraft for free.
Housed in wartime hangars and in the National Cold War Exhibition, there is a huge display of aircraft and exhibits to explore. See the world’s oldest Spitfire and a Lincoln Bomber, just two of the highlights in the War in the Air Collection. In Test Flight, there is the TSR2 and Bristol Type 188 constructed from stainless steel. The Transport Collection in Hangar 1 includes the Comet and Tiger Moth. The engine and missile collections total over 60 and are arguably one of the finest collections in the world.
The £12.5 million National Cold War Exhibition was opened at Cosford by Her Royal Highness Princess Anne. This land mark building truly has the ‘wow’ factor with its eye catching architecture and design. A number of the 19 aircraft are suspended in flying attitudes. Iconic cars, models, audio visual hotspots and life-size Russian (Matryoshka) dolls, tell the story of the Cold War in an innovative way. This is the only place in the UK where you can see Britain’s three V Bombers: the Vulcan, Victor and Valiant.
With so much to see, the Royal Air Force Museum Cosford really is an entire day out for the whole family, so why not visit us soon?
Guide Prices
Car parking charges apply.
Map & Directions
Road Directions
Cosford is centrally located with good motorway access from the M6 southbound (Junction 12) via the A5, one mile from junction 3 on the M54 for northbound travellers. On A41, less than 1 mile from junction 3 on the M54 From the south leave M6 at junction 10a From the north leave M6 at junction 12 and follow A5 west Car parking costs - £2.50 for up to 3 hours or £3.50 for up to 8 hoursBy RailCosford is located on the Central Trains Birmingham to Shrewsbury line (via Wolverhampton) then half a mile walk. Please check timetable before visiting.By BusThe 892 bus service from Wolverhampton to Wellington runs along the A41. The nearest stop is the Cosford Garage, approximately a 1 mile walk to the Museum gates.By CycleThe Museum is conveniently located along National Cycle Route 81 which runs from Wellington to Albrighton. Cycle racks are situated next to the Museum Visitor Centre.By AirClients can also fly into the Cosford site by prior arrangement with Air Traffic Control. Please call us first for details.Accessible by Public Transport: Cosford station is 0 miles away.
Public Transport Directions
By Rail Cosford is located on the Central Trains Birmingham to Shrewsbury line (via Wolverhampton) then half a mile walk. Please check timetable before visiting. By Bus The 892 bus service from Wolverhampton to Wellington runs along the A41. The nearest stop is the Cosford Garage, approximately a 1 mile walk to the Museum gates. By Cycle The Museum is conveniently located along National Cycle Route 81 which runs from Wellington to Albrighton. Cycle racks are situated next to the Museum Visitor Centre. By Air Clients can also fly into the Cosford site by prior arrangement with Air Traffic Control. Please call us first for details.
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Facilities
Accessibility
- Changing Places
- Disabled access
- Disabled toilets
- Wheelchairs available
Booking & Payment Details
- Credit cards accepted (no fee)
Catering
- On-site catering
- On-site light refreshments
- Picnic site
Children
- Baby changing facilities
Groups
- Education/study area
- Facilities for educational visits
- Facilities for groups
Meeting, Conference & Wedding Facilities
- Facilities for conferencing
- Facilities for corporate hospitality
Parking
- Parking with charge
Property Facilities
- Gift shop
- Public toilets
- Telephone (public)
Site Features
- Regional Tourist Board Member
- Welcome Host
Target Markets
- Accepts groups
- Coach parties accepted
Opening Times
| Summer: (1 Mar 2025 - 31 Oct 2025) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 17:00 |
* Winter: last admission 15:00
Summer: last admission 16:00
