We will be closed from 24 - 26 December

Experience our new Flight Zone

VR, Simulators and 4D Theatre shows - guaranteed family fun!

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Dambuster VR Experience

Join the Dambusters

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Step back in time to 17 May 1943 and board Lancaster ‘G’ for ‘George’ to join the Dambusters on their legendary mission. Using the latest haptic and virtual reality technology, experience key events from the Dambusters Raid.

A man looks ecstatic as he takes the headset off

Spitfire Cockpit Experience

SELFIE IN A SPITFIRE

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Experience the unique opportunity of sitting in an exact replica of a Second World War Spitfire cockpit. Use your phone to take a selfie, which we will then print for your very own Spitfire Souvenir Photo Booklet. All included in the ticket price!

A young child, wearing a vintage aviator hat and goggles, is sitting in the cockpit of a Spitfire aircraft with a big smile. The interior of a hangar with other aircraft can be seen in the background.

RAF Falcons Paradrop

Glide through the skies

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Hold on tight for an immersive paragliding experience, explore the desert, mountains and even outer space while flying through virtual rings on a mission to collect points.

 

An adult, wearing a VR headset and holding control sticks, is seated in a paragliding simulator. The background is decorated with imagery of the sky and horizon, giving a sense of being airborne.

4d theatre

FUN AIRBORNE ADVENTURES

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Our amazing 4D Theatre combines thrilling motion picture with synchronized seat movements, water spray and smoke effects! Choose one of our exciting productions, pop on your glasses and sit back and enjoy the ride.

flight simulator

Experience the thrill of flying

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Jump on board and fly in an RAF Eurofighter Typhoon over the beautiful Lake District. Get a pilot's eye view from the cockpit - perfect for thrill seeking visitors.

Spitfire 360° VR Experience

Become a Spitfire Pilot

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Step into the Virtual Reality Zone and experience the thrill of an adrenalin fuelled spitfire flight in full 360°.

Recommendations and tips on what else to see

Things to see and do

We have plenty of things for you to see and do to keep your whole family entertained

PLAYGROUND

Explore hours of fun in our RAF themed outdoor playground

EVENTS

Our vast range of events for families and visitors to enjoy a great day out

HANGARS

Discover our real-life aircraft and artefact collection displays

FALKLANDS 40

Learn about Bravo November and the Falklands story

TOURS

Let our experienced guides amaze you with fascinating behind the barriers tours

Get the entire family ready for take off!

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Welcome to the RAF Museum Midlands in Cosford

  • Free admission
  • Ideal for families
  • Museum guides
  • Cafes on-site
  • Outdoor playground
  • Souvenir shop