National Museum of Flight
Located on the site of the UK’s best preserved Second World War airfield and with a collection of over 50 aircraft, the museum is a rich learning environment for pupils keen to find out about the World Wars, science and technology.
We offer school visits year round. During our closed season from November to March schools can book workshops led by our learning team, which include full guided access to the site. Self-led visits, as well as workshops, are available from April to October.
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Essential information for teachers and group leaders
During your visit
Is there parking for our bus or minibus?
There is ample bus and coach parking on the museum site.
Where can we leave our bags and coats?
We have cloakroom space, but you should expect to carry your coats and bags for some of your visit.
Where can we eat our lunch?
You are able to book a space to eat your packed lunches in advance.
Is the space we'll be visiting fully accessible?
All the buildings have wheelchair access.
The Education Centre and hangars are fully accessible, with the Military Aviation Hangar viewing platform accessible via a lift.
There are accessible toilets in the Education Centre and Fantastic Flight.
Boarding Concorde is only possible by 22 steps and is too narrow for wheelchairs inside.
You can also read our full accessibility information.
What can my class see and do?
The Concorde Experience
Climb on board to discover what supersonic flight was like or walk around the outside to study streamlining and forces.
Fortunes of War
The site of the museum was a key airfield in both World Wars. Study its development and the stories of those who served here.
Fantastic Flight
Packed with more than 25 interactives, discover how flight works.
Military Aviation Hangar
Study the increasingly important role of aviation in conflict during both World Wars and beyond.
Civil Aviation Hangar
From gliders to ambulances and aerial photography platforms to autogyros this hangar shows the variety of aircraft that exist and the purposes they serve.
Parachute Store
Restored to its original Second World War appearance, this is where parachutes were dried and repacked.
Conservation Hangar
Open at set times through the day.
Can I take photographs?
We are happy for you to take photographs, including flash photography, in the general museum. If you wish to take a photo of a member of museum staff, please ask their permission before doing so.
In addition, we may also wish to take photographs of you and your group. We will always discuss this with you in advance and will supply a photography permission form for you and your class to be completed prior to visiting.
Is there a shop/café?
There is a Museum Shop next to the Concorde Hangar open April-October and at other times by prior arrangement (please ensure there is a ratio of 1 adult to 10 children when in shop).
There is a café next to the Concorde Hangar open April-October. Take-away tea/coffee/liquids are not permitted in the museum buildings.
Contact us
If you have any questions about schools visits, please don't hesitate to get in touch:
Schools visits at National Museum of Flight