Lashenden Air Warfare Museum

Type:Museum

Headcorn Aerodrome, Shenley Road, Headcorn, Kent, TN27 9HX

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One of the longest established aviation museums in the country, started by members of the Maidstone RAF Association. It is located at Headcorn Aerodrome which first used in 1927 for general aviation, and then as a wartime airfiled from 1943. The museum holds miscellaneous wartime exhibits and memorabilia. Aircraft including a VI Flying Bomb.

British, German and American aircraft engines are in the collection, including rare items that have been recovered from all over the world. The museum are also custodians for the RAF Ex Prisoner of War Association's collection of POW memorabillia. The museum holds over 200 uniforms and flying suits most of which have been donated with their owners full history.

Adults £3, Over 60's £1 and Children (5-16) £1 under 5's free.


Group visits welcome and at other times by arrangement.

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Guide Prices

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
Adult£3.00 per ticket
Concession£1.00 per ticket
Child (5-16)£1.00 per ticket
Child (Under-5)Free

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:

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    Recent Reviews:

    • Jim S
      Trip Type:
      Friends getaway
      Amazing museum, but had covid forced in my face
      4 of 5 stars
      Monday, 28th June 2021
      Museum was amazing, the exhibits where very in-depth and informational. Enjoyed the new display cases, they go very well. We haven't visited in a while since covid-19 started, but unfortunately, it... Read full review
    • samcR1593YD
      Trip Type:
      Solo travel
      Amazing museum
      4 of 5 stars
      Thursday, 4th August 2022
      Amazing Museum, very informative information on the planes and Pilots. It was very interesting going around and reading all the information about the history. The museum staff where very helpful, and... Read full review
    • mikebinks
      Norwich, United Kingdom
      Trip Type:
      Friends getaway
      Wonderful museum
      5 of 5 stars
      Tuesday, 10th September 2024
      A gem of museum! Jammed packed with well presented exhibits (it's bigger than you think). The staff are friendly, knowledgeable and welcoming. Another visit is needed! Highly recommended 👌 Read full review

    Map & Directions

    Opening Times

    2024 Opening (1 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024)
    DayTimes

    * March to 31st October - Open Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holidays (except Good Friday). 10.00am - 6.00pm (Last admission 4.30pm.)
    November & December - Sundays only: 10am - 4pm (Last admission 3.30pm).

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