Sywell Aviation Museum

Museum Overview

Sywell Aviation Museum is located at Sywell Aerodrome near Northampton, Northamptonshire. It is sited in the aircraft viewing car park at the aerodrome.

The museum documents the history of flying in Northamptonshire from the early days through to the modern day, with particular emphasis on the Second World War. It is a voluntary, non-profit making organisation.

It was first opened as a museum in 2001 and has a number of Nissen huts with exhibitions including a cockpit collection and a complete WWII Link Trainer. There are themed displays dedicated to the Royal Air Force and our allies, the USAAF, the Luftwaffe and Sywell Aerodrome itself. They also have some rockets and bombs.

Further Information Sywell Aviation Museum

Is there food and drink available?

There is no on-site cafe.

What are the main things to do?

A museum that documents the history of flying in Northamptonshire from the early days through to the modern day. There are no on-site facilities.

What are the ticket prices?

The museum is free to visit. Donations are welcome.

Is there parking?

There is free parking.

When are they open?

They are open at weekends and on bank holidays from Easter until the end of September. Plus from From mid-May until the end of October they are also open on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. For up-to-date opening times and dates please visit their website.