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Fleet Air Arm Museum

RNAS Yeovilton, Ilchester BA22 8HT, England
+44 (0) 1935 840565
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Ranked #1 of 1 attractions in Ilchester
Type: Museums
Owner description: The Fleet Air Arm Museum will thrill the whole family. Get up close and personal with Europe’s largest collection of Naval aircraft and see the first... more » Owner description: The Fleet Air Arm Museum will thrill the whole family. Get up close and personal with Europe’s largest collection of Naval aircraft and see the first British Concorde.You’ll ‘Fly’ by helicopter to the replica flight deck of the Ark Royal where two enormous projection screens show aircraft taking off and landing. Witness an air sea rescue when a Buccaneer is lost over the side into the sea. There’s even a nuclear bomb.Situated alongside RNAS Yeovilton, you may also see aircraft flying in and out.Visit The Fleet Air Arm Museum. The thrill is being there. « less
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Warminster, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Had to take the grandchildren (10 & 7) out on a cold/wet day and suggested a museum. All we got was a bit of a groan as they are used to outdoor activities. We decided on the Fleet Air Arm Museum as we thought it might be interesting. That turned out to be an understatement. They were both totally absorbed... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

This is the second time we have been to this Museum and although it was a memorable occasion the first time it has come on so much it is now incredible The exhibits are amazing including Concorde there are Helicopters massive model aircraft carriers and all other types of planes used by our Fleet Air arm Highlight of the museum... More

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Shropshire
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

Had all the ingredients to make it a memorable visit, well signed, plenty of parking and informative staff. All the exhibits have plenty of history attached, we particularly liked the 'visit to The Ark Royal' it was quite realistic. all in all a great day!

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Harrow, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

Easy access to facility with free parking. If you "gift aid" the entry fee you can return to the museum within the next year. This is really essential as there is so much to see in only one visit. Well laid out halls with excellent visual displays although the flight simulator (£2 extra per person) was disappointing. This is basically... More

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Bristol, UK
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

It has probably been 30-years since I last visited and clearly money has been spent and technology has come on in leaps and bounds. As a ten year old in the 1970s just being close to the real planes and helicopters was enough but kids of today want more, which is why things like the Carrier Experience with its quite... More

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suffolk
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Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

Great day out, not as big as I had thought four hours seemed enough time to complete. Try the 'Carrier' attraction and make sure you go on the bridge, this part of the tour can be missed as the main attraction seems to be the flight deck. The rest of the halls are packed with planes, a bit disappointing that... More

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South Wales
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

Took my 90 year old father-in-law to see Concorde as a treat as he had previously travelled on it. Was very impressed with the museum and staff. We allowed 2 hours for our visit but needed double that - so will definitely go back. Great benefit that if you gift aid you get complimentary entry for 12 months! A really... More

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Birmingham, United Kingdom
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Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

went to the museum in april,im 55 and a woman but i found it great and fasinating.they have a mock up of an aircraft carrier and a visit round a make believe carrier,plenty to see and do .my partner and i enjoyed it alot.its also right by the airfield so while we had our packed lunch we watched the helicopters... More

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Birmingham, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013 via mobile

We visited whilest on holiday. Certainly worth it and if you gift aid you can return within twelve months for free. Laid out brilliantly and across various halls, it takes a good while to get round it all. The carrier experience is also worth a try. Great for a rainy day as it is all indoors!

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Rochford
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013 via mobile

As a jet aircraft enthusiast this was a must do whilst in Somerset. It completely surpassed my expectations, and hubby was pleasantly surprised too! From the moment we entered I was in thrall of the various aircraft, ranging from Sea King helicopters to Sea Harriers (favourite of mine) to Concorde. The gem in the museum is the Air Craft Carrier... More

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