How long do you need at RAF Cosford?

There is a huge array of aircraft and displays at Cosford. We are open daily from 10.00am and we recommend you allow four hours for a full site visit which will take in the Wartime Hangars and National Cold War Exhibition.

What do they do at RAF Cosford?

RAF Cosford in Shropshire is a major part of the Defence College of Technical Training (DCTT). It is at the centre of the RAF’s mission to deliver flexible, affordable, modern and effective technical training that meets the needs of the UK’s Armed Forces now and into the future.

Is RAF Cosford free?

Admission to all areas of the Museum is FREE of charge and donations are welcome. Car Parking charges apply – click here for details. For a full site visit we recommend you allow a minimum of 3-4 hours.

What planes are based at RAF Cosford?

This list of aircraft at the Royal Air Force Museum Cosford summarises the collection of aircraft that is housed at the Royal Air Force Museum Cosford….External display.

Type	Identity	Markings/Notes
Hawker Hunter F.6A	XG225	237 Squadron
Hawker Siddeley Dominie T.1	XS709	3 Flying Training School

Does RAF Cosford allow dogs?

Animals, other than registered Assistance Dogs accompanying their owners, are not allowed inside any building. Please be aware that there is no parking with shade on a hot day. If you have any further questions on accessibility please contact the Museum on 01902 376 200 or [email protected]

Do you have to book for RAF Cosford?

Due to COVID-19, all schools must pre-book a visit through the Access and Learning Team. To book a visit or an online session, please email us at [email protected] or use our online booking form.

Is RAF Cosford still active?

Royal Air Force Cosford or RAF Cosford (formerly DCAE Cosford) (ICAO: EGWC) is a Royal Air Force station in Cosford, Shropshire, just to the northwest of Wolverhampton and next to Albrighton….

RAF Cosford
Built	1938
In use	1938–present
Garrison information
Current commander	Group Captain Gareth Bryant OBE

Is there a Lancaster bomber at RAF Cosford?

Also our Cosford site has its own Lancaster, albeit a post-war variant. One of the limitations of the Lancaster was its inability to fly at higher (and thus safer) altitudes.

Do you have to book Cosford?

Does RAF Cosford have a cafe?

Airfield Kitchen is open every day from 10:00am – 4.00pm located in the visitor centre. Open for breakfast from 10:00am with a full barista quality coffee offer and hot breakfast menu along with a selection of breakfast pasties from the bakery counter.

Who owns RAF Cosford?

Ministry of Defence