Bournemouth Aviation Museum

Bournemouth Aviation Museum

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Type: Museum

A NEW open-air aviation museum with classic aircraft and interesting cockpits in a natural setting either side of its own mini “runway”, right next to Adventure Wonderland, Bournemouth Airport

With pre and post World War trainers, two jet fighters, the prototype of a small, sleek executive jet, RAF rescue helicopter, a selection of cockpits from two passenger aircraft, a jet bomber, a supersonic fighter and the magnificent Vulcan there's something for everyone - you can even sit in the cockpits and ”twiddle the knobs”, wherever safety considerations allow.

Exhibition rooms, shop, snack refreshments, picnic tables for bring-your-own picnics and a double-decker bus which provides a superb panoramic view of aircraft activity at the airport from the upper deck.

FREE CAR PARKING AVAILABLE

Ticket Information

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
Adults£3.00 per ticket
Child 3-4yrs£1.00 per ticket
Child 5-16yrs£1.50 per ticket

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

Opening Times

2012 Opening (01/03/2012 - 30/11/2012)

* Open from 10.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. every day March to October Half Term.
After the October half term - open weekends only.
After The February half term 2010 - open every day.

Contact Details

Merritown Lane
Opp. Bournemouth Airport
Hurn
Christchurch
DORSET
BH23 6BA

Tel: +44 01202 473141

Fax: +44 01202 580858

Awards

  • Regional and MiscellaneousChristchurch Tourism Association Christchurch Tourism Association 2011

Facilities

  • Gift Shop

Attraction Facilities

  • Shop

Provider Preferences

  • Of historic, literary or architectural interest
  • Outdoor Attraction

Children & Infants

  • Accept Children Over 3

Parking & Transport

  • Coach Parking
  • On site parking
  • Parking (free)

Catering

  • On-Site café/restaurant
  • Picnic Site

Payment Methods

  • Approx length of visit - 2 hrs
  • Delta accepted
  • Groups Accepted - Essential to prebook.
  • MasterCard accepted
  • Min group size - 10
  • Special group rates
  • TIC Staff Admitted Free
  • Visa accepted

Establishment Features

  • Open all year
  • Tea / Coffee Shop

Specialist Features

  • Family Fun
  • Marketed towards children
  • Marketed towards families
  • Marketed towards senior citizens
  • Marketed towards student/youth

Tours and Demonstrations

  • Educational Visits Accepted
  • Guided Tours Available for Groups
  • Guided Tours Available for Individuals

Road Directions

Nearest major road is A328. To Hurn roundabout and follow signs to Bournemouth Airport. Turn left after airport entrance, signposted Adventure Wonderland & WildThing!

Public Transport Directions

Nearest station is Bournemouth. Airport bus available at station, but very limited service.