Museum Open Cockpit at the Museum

Poster for the Open Cockpit Weekend 2026

Want to ride a fire engine? How about a tank? What about sitting in the pilot seat in the cockpit of one of our planes?
Come down to RAF Manston History Museum on the 11th and 12th April 2026 between 10am and 4pm to all of that and entry to our fabulous and ever-changing museum!

From the opening time of 10:00AM – 4.00PM daily
Though keep in note the last entry will be at 3:30PM.

Do remember there is no need to book, you just need to pay for the normal entry fees.

Book Tickets Here!

Would you want to experience the inside of a real aircraft and have a view of history through out the year? Come and book your tickets here now as to get your place now, but remember that is not a necessity to book online.

Display Now

If you are interested in displaying any vehicles this event please fill in the application form by clicking the button below! We encourage as many people who have vehicles to display to get involved.

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