About Yorkshire Air Museum
Explore Britain's aviation heritage through immersive exhibits including a beautifully preserved Control Tower and dedicated displays on air gunners and airborne forces. Family-friendly facilities include wheelchair access, a restaurant and ample parking.
What's nearby
- Sheppee International Ltd next door
- Simon March & Co Motor Engineers next door
- Elvington Events Ltd Airfield next door
- Alton Cars Ltd 150m away
- Elvington Airfield 450m 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
Opening hours
- Monday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- 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
Something on your doorstep and not got round to visiting. Glad I did, great set of volunteers, plenty of room for parking.main aim was to see the Halifax. But the history of RAF Elvington was surprising about the French squadrons. The Victor was very impressive and if it has a run out love to see it. A good couple of hours looking around and missing a phantom that be nice to see. Work in progress on the meteor, the Shackleton worthy of a mention. Food is good a little slow but tasty.
· via Google
Very much enjoyed seeing the Halifax and the Dakota. Has to be the highlight for me. In a way too much written material information I couldn’t take it all in, would literally take all day. Would benefit from more exhibits or interactive attractions. Take lead from the Royal Navy Museums: Naval Aviation which is simply superb. That said still a good way to spend a couple of hours if you’re interested in aviation.
· via Google
Had a day out with my dad who used to work on planes. We had a great day out and saw some awsome planes. The icons for me had to be the Halifax, Victoria and the Dakota. Would recommend to anyone and I hope to come back soon.
· via Google
Had a fantastic visit last week to look around the museum then get the Halifax Tour. Barry was amazing giving us an extremely detailed tour of the plane inside and out. His knowledge of the Halifax Bomber, its development and role in the war and the restoration of the Friday the 13th plane they have restored was brilliant. My Great Uncle Flt Sgt George Gunningham flew with 78 Squadron down the road at Breighton and died with 3 of his crew in December 1943 on a mission to Leipzig. To see the Halifax, touch it and walk around inside and out whilst learning about every aspect was amazing and very poignant. The whole museum is brilliant woth.lots of amazing planes and interesting exhibits. The NAAFI serves a great cooked breakfast too and the whole team there are dedicated and friendly. Thank you to Ian for organising our visit. Thanks also to Sean for the friendly chat whilst we were there. Thank you for an amazing visit
· via Google
Visitors say this museum features an impressive collection of aircraft, including rare bombers like the Halifax and Victor, with many displays housed in original wartime buildings. They also highlight the excellent value, as tickets are valid for a full year, and the cafe offers good food at reasonable prices. Guests mention the staff are knowledgeable, friendly, and provide engaging insights into the exhibits.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- Halifax Way, Elvington, York, YO41 4AU Get directions
- Category
- Museums & Galleries
- Guest rating
- 4.7 / 5 (5,665 reviews)
- Suitable for
- Ages 4+
- Setting
- Indoor & outdoor
- Good for children
- Yes
- Toilets on site
- Yes
- Destination
- York