Gatwick Aviation Museum, Charlwood, Surrey. Paid entry

Details

Accessibility

"We do have toilets, plus one wheelchair friendly disabled toilet on site. Facilities are located inside the main entrance. Disabled parking is available, plus easy access for wheelchair users and pushchairs. Our grassland may not be suitable in places." The venue is on a level site.

Brief description

See https://www.gamc.org.uk/about

And https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gatwick_Aviation_Museum  

"In 2016, the new museum building opened to the public.[clarification needed] It houses many of the aircraft formerly kept outdoors.[7] A shop, refreshment area, flight simulator and information on the history of Gatwick Airport can also be found in the building."

"Uncover the aircraft from Post war to Cold war

This Aviation Museum has a unique collection of British aircraft from the “golden age” of British aircraft manufacture. From the end of WWII until the 1970’s British aircraft designers produced some of the most innovative and advanced aircraft of the day. From post war to cold war, this museum clearly shows that timeline in aviation terms.

In this collection there are examples from the major manufacturers of this period.

Among the list are classic names such as Avro, Hawker, Gloster, De Havilland, English Electric, Blackburn and Percival. Our tour guides are regularly on hand to guide our visitors around the Museum and inside some of our beloved aircraft that we have on display.

The Charity has ambitious growth plans, with several redevelopments of our site already underway. Over the course of the next 5 years, the Gatwick Aviation Museum will be working towards the completion and development of several commercial projects. Our aim is to enrich the visitor experience, to provide the local community with a place where families can feel inspired together and to make lasting memories.

We are in the early stages of developing  a brand new 'all weather' outdoor exhibit. This exhibit will include a range of information about aviation history, and significant moments in aviation."

Address

Vallance By-Ways, Lowfield Heath Road, Charlwood, Gatwick RH6 0BT

Email

hello@gamc.org.uk

Phone

01293 862294

Website

https://www.gamc.org.uk/

https://www.facebook.com/GamCharityUK/ 

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gatwick_Aviation_Museum  

Directions

Opening Times

Always check with the venue directly for up-to-date information including opening times and admission charges as they may be subject to change

See https://www.gamc.org.uk/visit 

Transport

Amenities

Gift Shop

Parking

"We do have toilets, plus one wheelchair friendly disabled toilet on site. Facilities are located inside the main entrance.

Picnic Area:  We welcome visitors to picnic and enjoy the open green space. Picnic benches available on a first come first served basis

Although we do not have a café on site, we do offer a range of refreshments, snacks and ice-creams, at reception. We are currently developing plans to launch a brand new café. This will be a space for families and friends to enjoy a range of healthy refreshments in our unique green parkland setting. 

Nature Trail:  Take a stroll around our beautiful grounds. We often see deer  roaming free in the fields, so keep a watchful eye out.

Gatwick Runway: If you thought we were close to  Gatwick Airport, you're right. Watch the planes take off, in our viewing area located at the edge of our green estate."