The Helicopter Museum
This unique collection of over 80 helicopters and autogyros forms the world’s largest dedicated rotorcraft museum and the only one in the United Kingdom.
New For 2017 - The Weston Aviation Exhibition. A brand new permanent exhibition charting the history of aviation in Weston-super-Mare opens in the newly restored Air Traffic Control Tower and WWII Era Pilots Block on site.
Venue Type:
Museum, Archive, Transport heritage site, Heritage site
Cadillacs and Copters - Classic American Car Show
- 13 May 2018
View a selection of classic american cars on display to the general public.
Suitable for
- Any age
Admission
Usual Museum Admission Applies.
Website
http://www.helicoptermuseum.co.uk
Vintage Wheels Rally
- 9 September 2018 10am-5pm
View classic buses, cars, vans, motorcycles and over 70 helicopters at this transport enthusiasts dream day out. Rare vehicles from the 50's and 60's will be on display alongside the worlds largest helicopter collection.
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
Admission
Usual Admission Applies
Website
http://www.helicoptermuseum.co.uk
Spotters Weekend
- 22 — 23 September 2018
Guided tours of the reserve collection take place throughout the day.
Please bring suitable outside clothing. View over 15 helicopter airframes held as spares or awaiting restoration including the Beatles Helicopter from the film 'A Hard Days Night'.
Suitable for
- Not suitable for children
- 18+
- 16-17
Where
The Helicopter Museum
Admission
Usual museum admission charges apply. No extra cost for tours or behind the scenes access.
Website
http://www.helicoptermuseum.co.uk
Weston Aero Jumble
- 29 April 2018
Aircraft parts, aviation books, magazines, memorabilia and full size cockpits on sale.
Suitable for
- 18+
Admission
Usual Museum Admission Applies
Museum Founder's Tour
- 2 June 2018 From 11am
Discover the history of the museum, the stories of its acquisitions and discover how one man grew a private collection of helicopter memorabilia into the Worlds largest collection of Rotorcraft.
Suitable for
- Any age
Where
The Helicopter Museum
Admission
Free Lecture and Tour. Standard Museum admission charges apply.
Website
http://www.helicoptermuseum.co.uk
The North Somerset Scale Model Show
- 8 July 2018
THE AWARD WINNING SHOW RETURNS!!
Model Workshops.
Open Cockpits.
Charity Stalls.
Competitions.
Try Your Hand At Model Making With The Experts.
Trade Stands.
Over 120 exhibitors under one roof.
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
Admission
Usual Museum Admission applies
Flight Simulator Convention and Drone Show
- 21 — 22 July 2018
Over 30 flight simulators will be set-up in the aircraft hangars for visitors to 'test fly' including several simulators of WWI and WWII fighter planes. Trade stands, themed catering and optional flights available. Visiting aircraft can be viewed on the museum's helipad.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
- Any age
Where
The Helicopter Museum
Admission
Usual Museum Admission Applies. No extra charges for simulators.
Website
http://www.helicoptermuseum.co.uk
Magic At The Museum
- 1 August 2018
- 8 August 2018
- 15 August 2018
- 22 August 2018
- 29 August 2018
Special Holiday Activity Days for Families at the museum. Watch a live magic show, witness incredible balloon modelling, marvel at the slight of hand illusions.
Also climb into the pilots seat of some of our helicopters, try on the pilots helmet and have the controls explained to you. Plus different activities every week!
Every Wednesday throughout August.
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
- Especially for children
Admission
Usual Museum Admission Applies. No extra charges for shows. seating on a first come, first served basis.
Website
http://www.helicoptermuseum.co.uk
Halloween Family Fun Day
- 21 October 2018
FREE ENTRY FOR ALL CHILDREN IN HALLOWEEN FANCY DRESS!!
Dare you climb aboard the 'Haunted Helicopter' ??
Open Cockpits.
Hell-icopter flights
Childrens games and competitions including...
Live Magic Show.
Fancy Dress, Musical Statues and loads more.
Costumed Characters and zombies on the prowl.
Flight (Fright) Simulator
Spooky Simon's Haunted Helicopter Ghost Tour.
The Haunted Graveyard Walk Through Experience.
The Dolly Mix Dance Troupe Live Performance.
Horror Display.
Meet Owls and Birds of Prey
Hold snakes, lizards and other reptiles.
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
Where
The Helicopter Museum, Weston-super-Mare
Admission
Free Admission For all Children In Halloween Fancy Dress. Adults £7.50,
Website
http://www.helicoptermuseum.co.uk
Halloween Themed Open Cockpit Day
- 24 October 2018 10-3am
Climb aboard the haunted helicopter, walk through the spooky graveyard and take your seat at the controls of some incredible aircraft.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
- Any age
Admission
No charge for Open Cockpit Access. Usual Museum Admission Applies
Website
http://www.helicoptermuseum.co.uk
Santa's Arrival By Helicopter !!!
- 9 December 2018 10am-4:30pm
FREE ENTRY FOR ALL CHILDREN!!
SEE SANTA ARRIVE BY HELICOPTER!!
Visit Santa and his elves in the helicopter grotto and sit in his famous sleigh.
Winter Weather Flight Simulator.
Open Cockpits and Helicopter Flights.
Charity Stalls and Seasonal Fayre.
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
- Especially for children
Where
The Helicopter Museum
Admission
FREE ENTRY TO ALL CHILDREN!
Adults £7.50, Concessions £6.50
Website
http://www.helicoptermuseum.co.uk
The Helicopter Museum
The Heliport
Locking Moor Road
Weston-super-Mare
Somerset
BS24 8PP
England
Website
Telephone
01934 635227
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