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Royal Air Force Museum Cosford Shifnal

Royal Air Force Museum Cosford , Shifnal Shropshire , Shifnal, TF11 8UP

01902 376200

Royal Air Force Museum Cosford
The Royal Air Force Museum Cosford Shifnalhouses one of the largest aviation collections in the United Kingdom. 70 historic aircraft are displayed in three wartime hangars and within the National Cold War Exhibition. This landmark building contains 18 aircraft, military transport, missiles, memorabilia, interactive kiosks and hotspots of information. This unique exhibition reflects the social, cultural and political history of the Cold War era circa 1947 – 1989, in a fun and innovative way. A major feature of this unique exhibition is Britain’s three post-war V-Bombers the Vulcan, Victor and Valiant. A Number of these aircraft are suspended in flying attitudes including a Dakota, Canberra, Meteor, Lightning and Javelin. Visitors are able to view them from an elevated viewing gallery. RAF Museum Cosford is one day that everyone from small children upwards will enjoy whatever the weather. Children and adults alike will be fascinated by fun ‘n’ flight. Packed with hands on excitement, it’s the easy way to answer all those questions about how aircraft stay up in the air. The advanced flight simulator is also a great way to get an instant flying experience. The Visitor Centre is home to the Refuel Restaurant serving hot and cold meals and snacks. The Checkpoint Charlie Café serving light snacks and drinks and the well stocked Museum Shop are both located within The National Cold War Exhibition. Access around the Museum is easy with wide aisles for pushchairs and wheelchairs. Wheelchairs and electronic scooters are available free on arrival at the admissions desk, on a first come first served basis. Open daily 10am – 6pm (last admission 5pm) including Bank Holidays. Closed 24-26 December and 1, 10-14 January 2011. Admission is FREE of charge. Directions by road: From Junction 3 of the M54 take the A41 south towards Wolverhampton. Follow brown tourist signs to Royal Air Force Museum. Directions by rail: Cosford Train Station is located on the Central Trains Birmingham to Shrewsbury line (via Wolverhampton) then ½ mile walk. Please check timetable before visiting.