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RAF Manston History Museum

Accessible
Family Friendly

Museum of RAF Manston history near Ramsgate with a Vulcan, Canberra and Victor cockpit, plus a NAAFI cafe and seasonal events.

About RAF Manston History Museum

A charity museum on Manston Road at Manston, with aircraft and cockpit displays including an Avro Vulcan, an English Electric Canberra and a Victor cockpit. Admission at the time of checking: adult £7, child (under 16) £3.50, concession £6, carer £4, family (2 adults and up to 4 children) £20; under 5s free. Santa visits on 5 and 6 December 2026. Opening is subject to volunteer availability.

Accessibility

Visit Thanet lists step-free access; the museum publishes an AccessAble detailed access guide.

Where it is

Details checked against the venue on 29 October 2026. Opening times change, so confirm before you travel.

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