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The Great Britain Guide

Museums · South East England

Bournemouth Aviation Museum

In or near Ashley Heath.

Paid admission♿ Wheelchair: limited4.6 · 943 Google reviews££

Bournemouth Aviation Museum — a museum in england-south-east, United Kingdom.

Hunting Percival P.56 Provost, Bournemouth Aircraft Museum - geograph.org.uk - 4042354

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
1.5 h–3 h
Best time of year
Year-round
Nearest railway station
Pokesdown · 5.1 km
  • Paid entry
  • Family-friendly
  • Limited wheelchair access

About

Bournemouth Aviation Museum is a museum located in england-south-east, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

Photo gallery

See it from the streetimagery from 2020

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Official information

Bournemouth Aviation Museum offers a unique hands-on experience where visitors can explore various aircraft and even climb into their cockpits. The museum features a range of exhibits, including flight simulators and different aircraft models, making it suitable for visitors of all ages.

Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Avon System SSSI
  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Moors River System SSSI

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Bournemouth Aviation Museum is a museum located in South-East England, postcode BH23. It focuses on the history of aviation, featuring a range of aircraft and related exhibits. The museum provides insights into the development of aviation in the region.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
50.7757, -1.8425
Parish
Hurn
Postcode
BH23 6BA
Parliamentary constituency
Christchurch
Phone
+44 1202 473141
Nearest railway station
Pokesdown5.1 km
Opening
Summer 10.00 to 17.00; Winter 10.00 to 16.00; closed on Christmas Day and New Year's Day
Official site
www.bamhurn.org

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Bournemouth Aviation Museum?
Bournemouth Aviation Museum is in South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode BH23 6BA), in the parish of Hurn.
What is Bournemouth Aviation Museum?
Bournemouth Aviation Museum — a museum in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Bournemouth Aviation Museum?
The nearest railway station is Pokesdown, about 5.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode BH23 6BA.
Is Bournemouth Aviation Museum a protected site?
Yes — Bournemouth Aviation Museum is part of the River Avon System SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Moors River System SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
How do I get to Bournemouth Aviation Museum?
The nearest railway station is Pokesdown, about 5.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BH23 6BA.