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Royal Air Force Museum, London
  Royal Air Force Museum
Grahame Park Way
Hendon
London
NW9 5LL
England
Typhoon DA2
Collection details
Archives, Aviation, Costume and Textiles, Fine Art, Land Transport, Maritime, Medicine, Personalities, Science and Technology, Social History, Weapons and War
Facilities
Parking: yes Food: yes Shop: yes Guided tours: yes Baby changing facilities: yes Library: yes Study area: yes Wheelchair access: yes
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Research Department open to the public by appointment only.
Contact details
General information (Tel) : 020 8205 2266
General information (Fax) : 020 8200 1751
Groups : groups@rafmuseum.org
Public Events : whatson@rafmuseum.org
Website : www.rafmuseum.org/london
Open
Daily 1000-1800
Open Bank holidays except Christmas Period
Closed
24 - 26 December, 1 January and between 5 - 9 January 2009
Admission charges
Admission is FREE. A responsible adult must accompany children under 16 at all times
Description
Wing your way over to a wonderful collection of aircraft, interactives, medals, uniforms, film shows and memorabilia on display and trace the story of the RAF and aviation itself. Visit the awe inspiring sound and light show that takes you back in time to the Battle of Britain.
The Aeronauts Interactive Centre offers hands-on entertainment and education for all ages and includes cockpit controls, co-ordination tests, engine lifting, air speed, drop zone, pilot testing and more. The on site museum shop, is packed with models, toys and gift items as well as exclusive magazines, books and videos. There is also a café and licensed restaurant or picnic area to take care of catering needs. Free parking available.

A FREE, fun and fantastic day out for everyone.


Articles
Haynes Launch Manual Of Lancaster Bomber At RAF Museum
Remembrance Day 2007 - UK Museums Remember The Fallen
Aviation Museums Reveal The Truth About Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Veterans Say Goodbye To Bentley Priory, Battle Of Britain HQ
RAF Teams Up With Motor Publisher For Spitfire Haynes Manual
Discover The Capital's Hidden Treasures This London Weekend
RAF Museum Marks Centenary Of Flight With Major New Display

Trails
VE Day 60 Years: London From The Blitz To VE Day
VE Day 60 Years: Battle For The Skies - The Air Force In World War Two

Events
Set Course For A Trailblazing Exhibition  Exhibition
Halloween Activity - How do broomsticks fly?
Lest We Forget
St. Andrew's Day
Wartime Christmas
Wartime Christmas
 

General Information
Brochure or leaflet available with directions to museum
Pre-booking service for groups
Parking for coaches
Guided tours
Collections
General guide to collections available
Specialist publications on collections available
Object identification and/or written enquiry service
Object study facilities available (enquire in advance)
Disability Access
Parking for disabled available
Toilets for disabled
Wheelchair access to all public areas
Wheelchair access to some public areas
Wheelchairs available for loan
Children and Families
Baby changing facilities
Events and resources for children and families
Picnic area
General Education
Education facilities available
Member of staff available with responsibility for education
Reception and lunch facilities for educational groups
Teaching/resources available for HE/FE students
Schools Education
Direct teaching services for schools
Primary school education service available
Printed/audio-visual information available for schools
Secondary school education service available
Facilities
Cafeteria
Facilities for private functions and events
Library with public access
Licensed for weddings
Meeting room available
Object study facilities available (enquire in advance)
Picnic area
Refreshments
Research facilities for academics
Restaurant
Shop
 
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