Avro Heritage Museum is a renowned brand dedicated to preserving and celebrating aviation history. Located in Chester Rd, Woodford, Stockport SK7 1QS, United Kingdom, the museum offers a fascinating collection of aircraft, cockpits, and simulators for enthusiasts and history buffs alike. With over 200 aircraft on display, visitors can delve into the rich heritage of aviation and explore the various milestones achieved in the field. The museum also showcases classic cars, military artifacts, and even submarines, providing a comprehensive glimpse into the world of transportation and innovation. From the enthusiastic guides to the meticulously restored exhibits, Avro Heritage Museum offers a unique and engaging experience for all. Whether you are interested in the intricacies of flight or simply want to appreciate the evolution of transportation, this museum promises an unforgettable journey through time.
Reviews
What a fantastic day I had at the Avro Heritage Museum. Home of the Lancaster bomber and my favourite the, Vulcan jet bomber. Awesome plane! Had a very good tour of the Vulcan cockpit 5 man crew, all the instruments still look functional and old school.
The wealth of experience of the volunteers. Some of the volunteers had been Vulcan crew members.
The museum has a lot to offer about the aircraft factory that was on this site and manufactured the Lancaster and the Vulcan. So much innovation went on here. You could spend at least a week looking at all the information on display.
The Museum building was once the old fire station for the airfield.
Restaurants on the first floor where you can have hot drinks and hot food to eat, and a good view of the Vulcan. The volunteers who serve are so nice and helpful and happy to share their knowledge about the site.
I went home with so much knowledge crammed into my head that it was leaking, and I want to come back to fill it with more information about this wonderful site. And see the Vulcan and sit inside the cockpit,😁😁😁😁😁 just awesome!
Went for a Wings and Wheels Fair. A huge advantage was that the weather was beautiful, but all credit to the dedicated volunteers, they put on a brilliant day. There is the museum, which is always there, and well worth a look around,as well as the restored Vulcan, but in addition, they had a Spitfire, vintage car display, craft stalls and food outlets, as well as a band and a 'war time 'singer-all of which were great. There were 3 fly bys,one of which was a Lancaster bomber,and loads to keep the children occupied. For a £9 entrance fee,it was well worth it, as we got there at 10 and left at 4.30. Would definitely go again!
This wonderful museum is on the site of the former Woodford Aerodrome. A V Roe established the site in 1924 for the production of his aircraft. It became particularly important during WWII, notably for Lancaster bombers. Unfortunately it closed in 2011 but with the enormous efforts of a dedicated band of enthusiastic volunteers the memories live on. The beautiful Vulcan was also built here and there is a complete original example on display along with a replica 1912 Avro Type F, a 1909 Triplane and a Lancaster cockpit. The history of the site, the planes built there and those who were part of Avro are superbly displayed. I've been several times as its so interesting. A bonus recently was flypasts by three different aircraft, including a Lancaster, and displays of classic vehicles during a Wings and Wheels weekend.
Amazing staff. All lovely. Brian very informative. Alex showed us the flight simulator and Alastair gave us a tour of the Lancaster bomber (only £2 extra). I actually really enjoyed it!!
What a fantastic museum absolutely amazing well worth a visit very family friendly with interactive cockpits ect . A nice cafe & information that will blow your mind . If your a fan of aircraft especially the arrow rang Lancaster bomber & vulcan probably the most famous. Then this is a must see .
Had an absolutely fantastic time there..we got a tour of the brilliant avro Lancaster full cockpit and its workings by a fabulous guide. The museum is well worth a visit especially for youngsters to take in the heritage of the site..highly recommend a visit to anyone whose in the area..top marks to all the staff..very friendly and informative 🏆🏆🏆👍🎯
Interesting place, quite small only took less than an hour to look around. If your interested in aviation history it's worth a visit. Did check out any of the experiences but worth the money, and it helps to keep it open. Cafe looked nice but I'd only just eaten.
This is a lovely little museum. With lots of interesting displays charting the history of flight and is arranged in date order. We also did a cockpit tour which was an amazing extra embellishment to our visit. There are four different cockpit options depending on your period of interest. For all aircraft fans a wonderful day out.
What a fantastic day I had at the Avro Heritage Museum. Home of the Lancaster bomber and my favourite the, Vulcan jet bomber. Awesome plane! Had a very good tour of the Vulcan cockpit 5 man crew, all the instruments still look functional and old school.
The wealth of experience of the volunteers. Some of the volunteers had been Vulcan crew members.
The museum has a lot to offer about the aircraft factory that was on this site and manufactured the Lancaster and the Vulcan. So much innovation went on here. You could spend at least a week looking at all the information on display.
The Museum building was once the old fire station for the airfield.
Restaurants on the first floor where you can have hot drinks and hot food to eat, and a good view of the Vulcan. The volunteers who serve are so nice and helpful and happy to share their knowledge about the site.
I went home with so much knowledge crammed into my head that it was leaking, and I want to come back to fill it with more information about this wonderful site. And see the Vulcan and sit inside the cockpit,😁😁😁😁😁 just awesome!
Went for a Wings and Wheels Fair. A huge advantage was that the weather was beautiful, but all credit to the dedicated volunteers, they put on a brilliant day. There is the museum, which is always there, and well worth a look around,as well as the restored Vulcan, but in addition, they had a Spitfire, vintage car display, craft stalls and food outlets, as well as a band and a 'war time 'singer-all of which were great. There were 3 fly bys,one of which was a Lancaster bomber,and loads to keep the children occupied. For a £9 entrance fee,it was well worth it, as we got there at 10 and left at 4.30. Would definitely go again!
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- Tuesday Close
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Friday
10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
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Saturday
10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
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Sunday
10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
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