Name: Solway Aviation Museum
Rating: 5.0

Solway Aviation Museum

Solway Aviation Museum, Crosby on Eden CA6 4NW, UK

1-99 Years

Paid

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Description

The Solway Aviation Museum, based at Carlisle Airport, is home to a collection of aircraft, aviation artefacts, and displays reflecting Britain’s position as a world leader in aircraft design and innovation at the dawn of the jet age.

The museums’ primary objective is the preservation of our Aviation heritage, it’s display and interpretation. Take a nostalgic journey back to Wartime Cumberland and the men and women of the RAF who served in World War II.

Price starts from £8.00 for Adults, £5.00 for Children(6-16 years) and £20.00 for Family(Max 2 Children). If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

Features

Paid
Host birthday parties: No

Features

Exhibits: Housed within the museums buildings is a plethora of aviation artefacts and memorabilia relating to aviation in Cumbria, including the Second World War. There are displays featuring the development of the Blue Streak missile and Spadeadam’s role in this project, a selection of Martin-Baker ejection seats, as well as the development and activities of the airport itself since the Second World War. There is also a De-Havilland Vampire T11, a Chipmunk T10 and “kit” aircraft such as the Henry Mignet “Flying Flea”, and the Bede BD-5, of which a jet powered version featured in the James Bond film, “Octopussy”.
Cumberland’s War History: Explore Cumberland’s contribution to World War II and be amazed at the number of airfields, aircraft and people who were involved in the war effort. Browse through many stories and see artefacts from that time period, which help tell the story of the war effort.
Vulcan Tour’s: Enjoy the atmosphere, smells and stories as you sit in the cockpit of our Vulcan bomber. Your guide will explain the history, operation and missions of this famous bomber. Access is subject to staff levels and aircraft availability, and cannot be guaranteed.
Cumberland’s Cold War: Cumberland was instrumental in the developments of Britain’s first ballistic nuclear missile (ICBM), Blue Streak. RAF Spadeadam was the UK test site for the missile engines, as well as parts of the missile. The museum display outlines the history and people involved.
Indoor Museum Exhibits: Wander through the museum and see our vast collection of items showing various aspects of aviation. Aircraft engines, ejection seats, survival equipment, radios and uniforms to mention a few.
Explore Our Aircraft: The museum has a collection of more than twenty aircraft, ranging from our mighty Vulcan bomber to the tiny Flying Flea. During your visit, you will be able to get close to these aircraft, and even sit in some of them.
Spiney Norman: Come and see our TV star “Spiney Norman”, the Bedford bus from the hit TV series, Bangers & Cash.

Facilities

Parking: On Site Parking available.
Food & Drinks: Hot & Cold Refreshments available.
Dogs: Dogs are welcome at the museum, but are not allowed within the museum buildings. Dogs must be kept on a lead at all times.

What to see

Aircraft Collection

Avro Vulcan XJ823
English Electric Lightning F53 ZF583
McDonnell Douglas Phantom FGR2 XV406
Sepecat Jaguar T4 XX146
Armstrong Whitworth Meteor NF14 WS832
Fairey Gannet ECM6 XA459
BAC Jet Provost T4 XS209
Hawker Hunter F.51 XG190 E-425
English Electric Canberra T4 WE188
Percival Sea Prince T Mk.1 WP314
Sikorsky Whirlwind S55 WV198

For more information please visit: https://www.solway-aviation-museum.co.uk/?page_id=105

Website

Contact

Video

Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

Adult: £8.00.
Senior Citizen: £6.00.
Children (6–16 years): £5.00.
Family (Max 2 Children): £20.00.

Pricing URL: https://www.solway-aviation-museum.co.uk/

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Summer Season:

27 March – 3 May: Friday, Saturday, Sunday.
4 May – 7 September: Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday.
8 September – 1 November: Friday, Saturday, Sunday.

Summer Season:

2 November – 29 November 2026: Sunday Only.

Address: Solway Aviation Museum, Crosby on Eden CA6 4NW, UK

Post Code: CA6 4NW

Council: Cumberland

County: Cumbria

From the NORTH: Take the A74(M) or the A7 to J44 of the M6, then follow the A689 for Carlisle Airport. Once there, follow signs for the Aviation Museum.
From the EAST: Take the A69 west and follow to the roundabout just past Brampton, then follow the A689 for Carlisle Airport. Once there, follow signs for the Aviation Museum.
From the SOUTH: Take the M6 to J44 and then follow the signs for the A689 and Carlisle Airport. Once there, follow signs for the Aviation Museum.
Parking: On Site Parking available.