Unique award winning museum based on authentic WWII Bomber Command Station.
The Yorkshire Air Museum, located near York, is one of the largest independent air museums in the UK, dedicated to preserving and celebrating Britain’s rich aviation heritage. Set on a former WWII airfield, the museum showcases an impressive collection of military and civilian aircraft, including iconic planes from both World Wars.
Visitors can walk through restored hangars, explore interactive exhibits, and even experience a recreated wartime control tower. The museum also offers guided tours, educational workshops, and special events throughout the year, making it a fantastic destination for families, aviation enthusiasts, and history buffs alike.
With ample outdoor space and a café on site, the Yorkshire Air Museum provides a fascinating and engaging day out for visitors of all ages, combining history, technology, and the thrill of flight.
Whilst staying for a week at North Cave I found this on the net and stayed an extra day as to pay a visit. Bearing in mind its not funded by the council etc its a real gem with lots of information and I only...
This was a worthwhile visit....stoked with history... amazing to see the change in aircraft over the years... understand their purpose in the wars..see the gunners, how tiny and compact those units were..amazing...