The Helicopter Museum
Weston-super-Mare, Somerset and Bristol · ★ 4.5 · 2,514 visitor reviews
Weston-super-Mare, BS24 8PP
About
The Helicopter Museum is the largest dedicated Rotorcraft Collection in the world - with around 80 displayed Helicopters and Gyrocopters. The collection includes two aircraft of the Queen's Royal Flight, the World Speed Record Holder G-Lynx and the Vietnam Veteran Helicopters. Take to the skies and discover the wonder of flight with activities including the Film Theatre, Interactive Zone and real helicopter play area!
The open cockpit days give kids the rare opportunity to sit in the pilot's seat of the helicopters and have the controls explained to them. They also offer experience flights throughout the year. The collection of over 80 helicopters is housed in an aviation hangar making it an attraction great in all weathers.
Annual Events include Drone Show, Flight Simulator Convention, WWII Living History Day, Stars of Time Sci-Fi Show, Spotters' Weekends, 'Birds and Bubbles' plus Halloween and Christmas Family Fun Days, Classic Bus Rally and Battle Re-enactments! Visit the website for a full list. Cafe, Gift Shop, Picnic Area and Free Car Parking On Site.
Gift aid your tickets for a year's free re-admission!
Good for: older children, teenagers, young children
Categories
Facilities
- Onsite Parking
- Toilets
- Baby Changing
- Cafe
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Pushchair Friendly
- Accessible Parking
- Accessible Entrance
- Contactless Payment
Prices
Opening times
Monday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM Thursday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM Friday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Common questions
What is The Helicopter Museum?
The world's largest dedicated rotorcraft collection with around 80 helicopters and gyrocopters near Weston-Super-Mare!
Is The Helicopter Museum suitable for young children?
Yes, the museum welcomes young children, older kids, and teenagers with interactive zones and helicopter play areas.
What are the opening hours for The Helicopter Museum?
Open Wednesday to Sunday 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Closed Monday and Tuesday.
Does The Helicopter Museum have facilities?
Yes, there is free on-site parking with accessible spaces, a café, toilets with baby changing, an accessible entrance, pushchair-friendly access, and wheelchair accessibility.
What can families do at The Helicopter Museum?
See Queen's Royal Flight aircraft, sit in cockpits on open days, watch Film Theatre, visit the Interactive Zone, and enjoy special events including Ghost Shows and Santa! Contactless payments accepted.
What families say
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