Aerospace Bristol
Aerospace Bristol · Bristol
A spectacular aviation museum at Filton housing the last Concorde ever built alongside decades of Bristol aviation history. The cockpit access and immersive displays thrill children and adults equally.
Why families love it
- Walking through the last Concorde ever to fly remains genuinely thrilling, with cockpit access letting children sit where supersonic pilots once controlled this engineering marvel.
- The vast hangar houses everything from wartime fighters to helicopters you can climb inside, making aviation history tangible rather than abstract for younger visitors.
- Interactive exhibits explain flight science through hands-on experiments that actually work, keeping restless children engaged while they unknowingly absorb physics principles about lift and thrust.
Best for
Families with children who love vehicles, engineering, or history, particularly those aged seven and up who'll appreciate the scale and stories behind these remarkable aircraft.
Good to know
Concorde tours run at scheduled times throughout the day, so check the timetable when you arrive and plan your visit around these slots. The café is decent but small, so consider visiting during off-peak hours if you want a proper lunch break. Wear comfortable shoes as there's considerable walking between hangars, and bring layers since the large exhibition spaces can feel chilly in winter despite being indoors.
Practical info
- Age guidance
- Children under sixteen must be accompanied by an adult, and while there's no minimum age, the experience works best for children aged five and above who can appreciate the aircraft.
- Typical cost
- Tickets cost around £18 for adults and £11 for children aged five to fifteen, with under-fives entering free and family tickets offering modest savings for two adults and two children.
- How long to allow
- Most families spend three to four hours here comfortably, though aviation enthusiasts could easily fill an entire day exploring every aircraft and exhibit in detail.
- Last checked
- May 2026