Flying high at Aerospace Bristol
FROM WWI biplanes to modern fighter jets, helicopters, engines, missiles, space rockets and satellites, Bristol’s family attraction will take you on a journey through more than a century of incredible aviation achievements, including the chance to step aboard the last Concorde ever to fly.
Opened in October 2017 to fantastic reviews, Aerospace Bristol has established itself as one of the region’s top attractions, with lots for all ages to enjoy.
The museum features fun interactive games and hands-on exhibits, a fact-finding trail for the kids, an excellent café to relax and refuel, and even an outdoor play area in the shape of a fighter jet.
Of course, the highlight of your day will be the iconic Concorde.
Capable of crossing the Atlantic in under three hours, Concorde cruised at over twice the speed of sound and reached an altitude of 60,000ft.
Her passengers would marvel at the curvature of the earth, as they travelled at 1,320mph and sipped Champagne on the edge of space.
Now on display in its own purposebuilt hangar, you’ll explore the last Concorde ever to fly and enjoy a stunning show projected on to the side of the supersonic jet, before stepping aboard Concorde for yourself.
The museum is located on the historic Filton Airfield, where every
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British Concorde made her maiden flight. Situated just off the M5, near Cribbs Causeway, Aerospace Bristol is easy to reach with free parking onsite and is open every day from 10am to 5pm. It’s great value too, with tickets that include free returns for a whole year.
Plan your visit at aerospacebristol.org. Choose to book online and print your tickets at home for “speedy boarding”, which lets you skip the queue at admissions, or purchase tickets upon arrival.
Plus, visit before September 2 to see “Gromjet”, the high-flying Gromit brought to life by Rolls-Royce for the Gromit Unleashed 2 trail.