Helicopter Museum
The Heliport
Locking Moor Road
Weston-super-Mare
Somerset
BS24 8PP
England
Website
Telephone
01934 635227
This unique collection of over 70 helicopters and autogyros forms the world’s largest dedicated rotorcraft museum and the only one in the United Kingdom. Full-size aircraft are backed up by displays on the history and development of the helicopter.
Helicopters in the collection include two of the Queens Royal Flight, Russian Hind Attack helicopter, and World Speed Record holder.
All exhibits are undercover and there are talking boxes to accompany some of the helicopters.
Throughout the year there are Open Cockpit days and Helicopter Experience Flights. Free, guided tours are available for groups. There is a helicopter themed children’s outdoor play area.
Film theatre on site.
Interactive Technology Zone.
Classroom available for school bookings.
Function room available for conferences and parties.
A unique venue for corporate events and concerts.
Contact the museum for further information.
Venue Type:
Museum
The Heliport
Locking Moor Road
Weston-super-Mare
Somerset
BS24 8PP
England
Website
Telephone
01934 635227
Collection details
Aviation, Land Transport, Science and Technology
Collections services
- General guide to collections available
- Object identification and/or written enquiry service
- Public access available to collections information
- Object study facilities available (enquire in advance)
The Heliport
Locking Moor Road
Weston-super-Mare
Somerset
BS24 8PP
England
Website
Telephone
01934 635227
Inscape Landscape- An Exhibition of Art by Rachael Lomas
To tie in with the 30th Anniversary of the Falklands War, West Country Artist Rachael Lomas will be exhibiting a selection of artwork that reflects the Falklands environment and how it effected the progress of the conflict. The exhibition aims to interpret the 'Inscape' of the troops and how they became 'one' with the environment emotionally.
Rachael Lomas' exhibition will run alongside a factual display detailing the roles played by various helicopters during the 1982 conflict.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
Where
The Helicopter Museum, Weston-super-Mare
Admission
Usual Helicopter Museum admission applies, no extra charges for exhibition
The Heliport
Locking Moor Road
Weston-super-Mare
Somerset
BS24 8PP
England
Website
Telephone
01934 635227
Falklands Weekend - Museums at Night 2012
The Helicopter Museum welcome visitors to their Falklands Conflict Themed Flight Simulator Event. Discover a re-enactment society, a living history encampment and a military vehicle display on site.
Over 30 flight simulators will be set up in the museum hangar alongside the aircraft for visitors to test fly. Visiting aircraft can be viewed on the museum's helipad, with optional flights around the local coastline also available.
Meet the heroes of the conflict in our 'Veterans lounge' where artwork and book signings will be taking place.
West Country artist Rachael Lomas will be talking to visitors about her Falklands-inspired art exhibition 'Inscape Landscape'.
Museums at Night 2012 'Campfire' Tales will be taking place on the Saturday evening.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
- Any age
When
10am-10pm
Where
The Helicopter Museum
Admission
Adults £7.50
Children / Concessions £6.00
family tickets available
Website
Falklands Weekend - Museums at Night 2012
The Helicopter Museum welcome visitors to their Falklands Conflict Themed Flight Simulator Event. Discover a re-enactment society, a living history encampment and a military vehicle display on site.
Over 30 flight simulators will be set up in the museum hangar alongside the aircraft for visitors to test fly. Visiting aircraft can be viewed on the museum's helipad, with optional flights around the local coastline also available.
Meet the heroes of the conflict in our 'Veterans lounge' where artwork and book signings will be taking place.
West Country artist Rachael Lomas will be talking to visitors about her Falklands-inspired art exhibition 'Inscape Landscape'.
Museums at Night 2012 'Campfire' Tales will be taking place on the Saturday evening.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
- Any age
When
10am-5:30pm
Where
The Helicopter Museum
Admission
Adults £7.50
Children / Concessions £6.00
family tickets available
Website
Stars of Time Sci-fi Party
Dance the night away to the sounds of the eighties performed by West Country Rock Band, Innocence.
A Science Fiction themed party with licenced bar and giant dance floor.
SkyHigh Radio will be broadcasting live.
Fancy dress welcome and encouraged
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
When
7-11pm
Where
The Helicopter Museum
Admission
All tickets £5.00
Website
Stars Of TIme Sci-Fi and Movie Extravaganza
An action packed day not to be missed.
Celebrity Autograph Signings.
Famous Movie Cars including Knight Rider.
An Audience With The Daleks Live Show
Helicopter Flights and Open Cockpits.
Costumed Characters.
Dealer and trade stands.
Competition To Fly In A Helicopter with Bond Girl Caroline Munro.
Autogyro Flight simulator.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
- Any age
When
10am-5pm
Where
The Helicopter Museum
Admission
Adults £10.00
Children / Concessions £6.50
Family tickets Available
Website
Heli-Hobbies
A model show for all the family.
Radio controlled Tanks and Hovercraft.
Radio controlled air displays.
Model Railways.
Suitable for
- Any age
When
10am-5:30pm
Where
The Helicopter Museum
Admission
Usual Museum admission applies. No extra charge for Heli-Hobbies show.
Website
Wartime Swing Hangar Dance
The Helicopter Museums Annual Hangar Dance. Live Band and Vocalists perform wartime swing from the WWII era and American Swing from the Vietnam War era in an authentic aviation setting surrounded by real historic aircraft. Licensed Bar, Large Dance Floor, Evening Buffet. Smart dress requested with period / aviation attire optional.
Suitable for
- 18+
When
7-11:45pm
Where
The Helicopter Museum
Admission
Tickets £12.00 (includes evening buffet)
available from The Helicopter Museum
Telephone 01934 635227
TICKETS GO ON SALE IN JULY
Website
SANTA'S FLIGHT SCHOOL
Meet Santa, climb into and fly the life sized sleigh simulator. Steer your reindeer over a virtual Weston-super-Mare on a gigantic 16 foot screen!!
Also..... helicopter flights, open cockpits and competitions.
Santa flies in by helicopter at 11am !!!
Suitable for
- Any age
When
10am-4:30pm
Where
The Helicopter Museum
Admission
Adults £6.00
Seniors £5.00
Children Go Free ( max 2 per single paying adult )
Website
The Heliport
Locking Moor Road
Weston-super-Mare
Somerset
BS24 8PP
England
Website
Telephone
01934 635227
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