About Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre
Step back in time at this authentic wartime airfield near Spilsby, where families can explore historic aircraft and discover what life was really like for RAF crews during World War II.
What's nearby
- East Kirkby Aerodrome Memorial 200m away
- East Kirkby Hideaway 250m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Free car park
- ✓Free street
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
Facilities
Opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday
- 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday
- 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday
- 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What visitors say
Great heritage centre with restored Lancaster and Mosquito (only running example left in Europe). We went to their Tanks, Lanc and military machines day which was brilliantly organised and attended. Lots of war time vehicles and equipment on display as well as 1940 music and performances. The tank firing display included a T34 tank which is quite a rarity to see moving ( the one at Blandford Tank Museum is static I believe) in the UK and of course the Lancaster and Mosquito doing runway taxiing which was fabulous. Overall a great day out for families and military aircraft enthusiasts.
· via Google
Visited on a day when the Lancaster was taxiing, and it was an amazing experience. Seeing and hearing such an iconic aircraft up close was something my aircraft-obsessed teenage son will never forget. There’s a little café on site, along with a well-stocked gift shop. The site also has plenty of interesting information boards and a great collection of World War II artefacts, making it well worth taking the time to explore. A fantastic visit for anyone interested in aviation or history.
· via Google
Great place. Loads to see. Lovely cafe loads of pictures & paintings. But the best thing is to hear the Lancaster starting up and going up and down the taxi area. You can get really close the noise is fantastic.
· via Google
Great place for WW2 British Aviation Heritage experience first hand! The exhibits included planes at various stages of restoration including the legendary Lancaster Bomber "Just Jane" and others.. There are other exhibits portraying other aspects of the operation including control rooms, home, bunkers, briefing room, vehicles, actual log books and more. Good visitor facilities also including a really good restaurant cafe, plenty of public toilets and free parking!. I visited with 3 under 8s and they had an amazing time. There is also a small play area for kids to give them some play time in between.
· via Google
Visitors say this aviation museum offers impressive displays, including a Lancaster bomber and Mosquito aircraft, with many opportunities to see them taxiing. They also highlight the reasonable entry fees and the cafe's delicious, well-priced food. Guests mention the staff are friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable, and the facilities, including restrooms, are spotless.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- East Kirkby, Spilsby, PE23 4DE Get directions
- Category
- Sightseeing & Attractions
- Guest rating
- 4.8 / 5 (4,766 reviews)
- Suitable for
- All Ages
- Suggested visit
- 2-3 hours
- Setting
- Indoor & outdoor
- Good for children
- Yes
- Toilets on site
- Yes
- Destination
- Spilsby