In short: Wings Museum is a museum in Balcombe, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 534 Google reviews.
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About Wings Museum
This wheelchair-accessible aviation collection at Bucklands Farm offers fascinating exhibits for plane enthusiasts, though visitors should note limited facilities onsite.
What's nearby
- Bucklands Farm XC next door
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Free car park
- ✓Paid car park
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
- ✓Accessible seating
Payment
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
Photos via Google
Opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What visitors say
Very interesting.Museum is bit harder to find but just trust your GPS.You are able to touch most of the exposition and sit in some cockpits restored from WW2. Definitely worth to visit.Just take lunch and drinks with you as there is no café on site.Toilets are on site, very clean. Place have little sitting area outside so after you finish your tour indoors you can eat your lunch outdoors and have fab day out.
· via Google
Throughly enjoyed my time here today. Spoke about all sorts with the friendly, passionate and knowledgeable volunteers. This is a real museum, where things aren’t all behind glass cases. You can get in cockpits, handle decommissioned rifles and put on a helmet. Loved how they really linked the artefacts to men and women who served. Some brilliant and really human stories, as well as some great hardware. Would recommend to anyone with a love of history, or under the age of 10!
· via Google
Really good. Really surprising. Very different to a lot of museums and run by a small team of enthusiasts. The exhibits are all fragments of aircraft and associated bits, that come from all over the world. The great sense you are left with is of the destruction of world war II. A very characterful and eccentric place. Highly recommend.
· via Google
I had a wonderful visit to the Wings Museum near Haywards Heath. The museum showcases an impressive range of original and iconic wartime items, all presented and preserved with great care. You can really feel the history behind each piece, and the displays are both engaging and informative. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, clearly passionate about the museum and happy to share their knowledge. Their enthusiasm truly enhances the experience. Overall, it’s a unique and meaningful place to explore—definitely worth visiting if you’re in the area or have an interest in history.
· via Google
Visitors say this museum offers a unique and extensive collection of World War II aviation artifacts, including aircraft parts, uniforms, and engines, with many exhibits allowing for interactive experiences like sitting in cockpits. They also highlight the knowledgeable and friendly staff, who are passionate about sharing the history and personal stories behind each item. Guests mention the clean restrooms and convenient free parking.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- Unit 1 Bucklands Farm, Brantridge Lane, Haywards Heath, RH17 6JT Get directions
- Category
- Museums & Galleries
- Guest rating
- 4.7 / 5 (534 reviews)
- Suitable for
- All Ages
- Setting
- Indoor
- Good for children
- Yes
- Toilets on site
- Yes
- Destination
- Balcombe
Quick answers
What are the opening hours of Wings Museum?
Wings Museum is open Mon closed; Tue–Sun 10am–5pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).
Is Wings Museum any good?
Wings Museum is rated 4.7 out of 5 from 534 Google reviews.
Is Wings Museum good for children?
Yes, Wings Museum is listed as good for children.
Is Wings Museum indoors or outdoors?
Wings Museum is indoors, so it works on a rainy day.
What ages is Wings Museum suitable for?
Wings Museum suits all ages.
Is Wings Museum wheelchair accessible?
Wings Museum has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet.
Is there parking at Wings Museum?
Yes: free car park and paid car park.
How do I contact Wings Museum?
Call Wings Museum on +44 7508 357340.