Yorkshire Air Museum

Price £16

Located 9.5km (6 miles) from York, the Yorkshire Air Museum and Allied Air Forces Memorial is a museum dedicated to aviation history, with a focus on the British air defence during the Second World War.

The museum’s collection includes a range of aircraft, from bombers to reconnaissance planes. In addition to aircraft, the museum features various military vehicles and artefacts, offering a deeper insight into wartime aviation.

While primarily focused on the Second World War, the Yorkshire Air Museum also features displays of developments in post-war aviation. The site aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the region’s aviation history, allowing visitors to explore the exhibits at their own pace. The former RAF Elvington’s role during the war adds a layer of historical context to the museum, providing insights into the operational aspects of the airfield and its contribution to British aviation history.

What to see at the Yorkshire Air Museum

Visitors to the Yorkshire Air Museum and Allied Air Forces Memorial can explore a diverse collection of aircraft, vehicles and exhibits primarily focusing on the role of British air forces during the Second World War. The museum, located on the former RAF Elvington site near York, houses a range of aircraft representing various wartime functions, including bombers and reconnaissance planes. Each aircraft is displayed within the historical context of its use during the war.

In addition to aircraft, the museum features various military vehicles and artefacts from the war era presenting a broader understanding of the wartime period. The site also acknowledges developments in post-war aviation with a collection of aircraft from the Cold War period.

The Panavia Tornado GR4 1 at the Yorkshire Air Museum near York. (Photo: Ronnie Macdonald [CC BY 2.0])
The Panavia Tornado GR4 1 at the Yorkshire Air Museum near York. (Photo: Ronnie Macdonald [CC BY 2.0])
The Handley-Page Victor K.2 1 at the Yorkshire Air Museum near York. (Photo: Ronnie Macdonald [CC BY 2.0])
The Handley-Page Victor K.2 1 at the Yorkshire Air Museum near York. (Photo: Ronnie Macdonald [CC BY 2.0])
The former RAF Elvington airfield, where the museum is located, played a role in supporting British aviation efforts during the war. While the museum is focused on historical aviation, it caters mainly to those interested in military history, providing an insight into Yorkshire’s contribution to the war effort.

Visiting the Yorkshire Air Museum

The Yorkshire Air Museum is in Elvington, 9.5km (6 miles) southeast of York. It is a 20-minute drive from York and you can also get here by bus routes 36, 196 and X36. Bus X36 is the quickest way to get here by public transport but the other buses may suit your schedule better.

The museum has a gift shop in the main admission building and a cafe in the former Naafi building.

Most of the museum is wheelchair accessible with the exception of the upper floor of the Control Tower.

If you enjoyed the Yorkshire Air Museum you may also want to visit Aerospace Bristol, the Boscombe Down Aviation Collection near Salisbury, the Fleet Air Arm Museum near Yeovil, the Helicopter Museum in Weston-super-Mare and the Royal Air Force Museum in North London.

You should allow 3–4 hours for your visit to the Yorkshire Air Museum.

Free entry to the Yorkshire Air Museum with the Visit York Pass

The Visit York Pass gives you free entry to the Yorkshire Air Museum plus entry to over 25 other attractions in and around York.

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Amenities
  • Free parking
  • Wheelchair access
  • Cafe/restaurant
  • Gift shop

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