Where is Eastchurch Aviation Museum?

Eastchurch Aviation Museum is in Kent, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode ME12 4AA), in the parish of Eastchurch.

How do I get to Eastchurch Aviation Museum?

The nearest railway station is Swale, about 7.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode ME12 4AA.

Is Eastchurch Aviation Museum a protected site?

Yes — Eastchurch Aviation Museum is part of the The Swale SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the ELMLEY National Nature Reserve.

How do I get to Eastchurch Aviation Museum?

The nearest railway station is Swale, about 7.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode ME12 4AA.

Museums · South East England

Eastchurch Aviation Museum

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Paid admission♿ Wheelchair: limited£

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

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Plan your visit

Typical visit: 1.5 h–3 h
Best time of year: Year-round
Nearest railway station: Swale · 7.0 km

Paid entry
Family-friendly
Limited wheelchair access

Eastchurch 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.

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Official information

Eastchurch Aviation Museum showcases the history of aviation in Sheppey, highlighting its contributions to early English aviation. Visitors can explore exhibits related to the Royal Naval Air Service and significant figures in aviation history.

Protected designations

Site of Special Scientific Interest: The Swale SSSI
National Nature Reserve: ELMLEY
Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Kent Downs
Ramsar wetland: The Swale

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Eastchurch Aviation Museum is located in South-East England, postcode ME12. This museum focuses on the history of aviation, particularly its early developments in Britain. It showcases a variety of aircraft and exhibits related to the pioneering days of flight.

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

Coordinates: 51.3919, 0.8473
County: Kent
District: Swale
Parish: Eastchurch
Postcode: ME12 4AA
Parliamentary constituency: Sittingbourne and Sheppey
Phone: 01795 720579
Nearest railway station: Swale — 7 km
Opening: Tue, Thu, Fri & Sat 10am–3pm; closed Mon, Wed & Sun
Official site: eastchurchaviationmuseum.org.uk

Sources

osm: way/60463336 (ODbL)

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