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The RAF Museum is set up for a full family day out at both its London and Midlands sites: entry is free, both are open daily from 10.00am, and the offering runs from historic aircraft to interactive experiences and an outdoor playground. That combination suits families who want a mix of indoor exhibits and space for children to run around, and it means you can plan a whole day rather than a quick stop.
What families can actually do
The museum describes itself as "a fun, entertaining family day out," and the family-facing activities fall into three broad groups:
- Historic aircraft — the core of both sites, and the main draw for children who are into planes.
- Interactive experiences — hands-on exhibits that keep younger visitors engaged rather than just looking.
- An outdoor playground — a dedicated space for children to burn off energy between indoor exhibits.
Because both the London and Midlands sites offer this same mix, the choice between them comes down to which is easier for you to reach rather than which has more for families.
Practical points to plan around
| Detail | What the museum states |
|---|---|
| Admission | Free at both London and Midlands |
| Opening | Open daily from 10.00am |
| Duration | Both sites offer "a full day of family fun activities" |
| Locations | London and Midlands |
How to get the most out of a visit
- Pick your site first. Since both offer a full day of activities, base the decision on travel distance and which location suits your family.
- Arrive from opening time. With a full day of activities on offer, starting at 10.00am gives you room to move between aircraft, interactive exhibits and the playground without rushing.
- Plan a rough route. Decide in advance which exhibits matter most to your children, then treat the playground as a break point rather than an afterthought — it works well as a mid-visit reset.
- Check the site before you travel. The museum's own pages for London and Midlands are the place to confirm current opening arrangements and any site-specific details.
If you want to support the museum
Entry being free doesn't mean the museum runs without cost. Its site includes two ways for visitors to contribute: making a donation ("Your donation can help us continue to share stories of the RAF") and buying from the shop, where purchases help fund sharing the RAF's story. Neither is required for entry.