One of the Second World War planes in the Fleet Air Arm Collection

Fleet Air Arm Museum - Exclusive Guided Tours

Elevate your visit to the Fleet Air Arm Museum into an extraordinary adventure with our exclusive, personalised guided tours.

Whether you're celebrating a milestone, surprising someone special, or simply craving a one-of-a-kind experience, our bespoke tours offer the perfect fusion of history, exploration, and personal attention. It's not just a tour - it's a memory in the making!

Upon arrival, you'll be greeted by one of our knowledgeable volunteers, who will welcome you with coffee and freshly baked Danish pastries in our Warnefords Café. As you relax, we’ll introduce you to the day’s itinerary, ensuring you’re fully prepared to embark on a journey through aviation history. 

Your personalised experience includes: 

Exclusive Guided Tour: Explore the Museum’s extensive galleries with a tailored tour that covers key exhibits and fascinating stories.

Special Focus 'Mini Tours': Take your visit to the next level with focused tours of our iconic exhibits:

Expert Insight: Our volunteers will accompany you every step of the way, offering insights, answering questions, and ensuring you’re taken care of throughout your visit. 

10% Discount: Valid for purchases made at our on-site gift shop and café. Not only can you treat your self but also know that all proceeds go towards the continued preservation of the collection you have just seen.  

Guidebook: All guests will be given a complimentary guidebook to take home with them as a reminder of their experience. 

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Special interest 'Mini Tour' options

  • What is a 'Mini Tour'?

    Our specially designed 'Mini Tours' allow you to customise your guided experience and really engage with some of the stars of our collection. 

    Lasting 30 minutes, each tour is a curated deep dive into the most captivating exhibits at the Fleet Air Arm Museum. Carry on scrolling to find our more about your customisable 'Mini Tour' options. 

  • Concorde 002

    Step into the thrilling world of Concorde with an experience like no other. Take an exclusive, up-close tour of Concorde 002, the first Concorde built in the UK. Walk through its interior and explore its sleek exterior, uncovering the pivotal role it played in the Concorde development programme. 

    From its groundbreaking design to its storied flights and destinations, this tour offers a rare glimpse into the iconic aircraft’s legacy and its journey to becoming a treasured exhibit at the Fleet Air Arm Museum.

  • Humphrey - Falklands Hero

    Explore the legacy of ‘Humphrey,’ a legendary helicopter of the Falklands Conflict. Step behind the ropes for an exclusive, up-close look at Humphrey. Discover the advanced technology and operational capabilities that kept this helicopter in service well into the 1980s. 

    You'll also see firsthand the evidence of Humphrey’s heroic efforts during the Falklands and hear the stories of the brave individuals who flew and maintained it during the conflict. 

  • A volunteer show two young girls what the bridge of an aircraft carrier looks like

    Aircraft Carrier Experience

    Step back in time on the Aircraft Carrier Experience, which highlights the crucial role of aircraft carriers in naval history. Embark on a guided tour of our HMS Ark Royal ‘Carrier Experience,’ which includes a simulated flight on the flight deck.

    Explore the history of carrier-borne aircraft, take the ‘bomb lift’ up into the Island, and visit the FlyCo, Fighter Direction Team, Operations Room, and Bridge. This tour offers a vivid glimpse into the lives and challenges of sailors who served on board. 

  • Barracuda is explained to guests by Conservation Engineer Will Gibbs

    Barracuda Live: The Big Rebuild

    Discover the incredible story of the Barracuda Torpedo and Dive Bomber, alongside our ambitious restoration project, with this unique tour. Enjoy a behind-the-scenes visit to the Arthur Kimberley Gallery, where you’ll witness the ongoing restoration work up close. 

    Learn about the challenges and triumphs of restoring the only surviving Barracuda in the world and hear the personal stories and future ambitions connected to this remarkable project. 

Price: 

£50 per person. This includes coffee, Danish pastries, and a souvenir guidebook. Available Wednesday to Sunday from 10:00am to 4:30pm. Ideal for small groups of 1 to 6 people. Book your guided tour today

Standard itinerary:

10am: Arrival and welcome

10:10am: Coffees and pastries

10:30am: Personalised Museum tour

12:00pm: Special interest 'Mini Tour'

12:30pm: Free time

Meet and greet at the Museum. 

Enjoy refreshments in Warnefords Café.

Dive into the Museum’s rich collections.

Choose from one of four curated 30 minutes tours. 

Explore the Museum at your leisure.

 

After your guided tour, feel free to purchase lunch at the café (using your 10% discount) and continue exploring the Museum independently. We’re happy to adjust the schedule to suit your needs, as long as it fits well within our opening hours.

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Book your exclusive tour now!

Don't miss this unique opportunity to engage with history, guided by those who have lived it or are deeply passionate about preserving it. What's more is that every tour booked helps fund our mission to protect this historic collection for future generations. 

To book your exclusive experience, use our booking form or call 01935 840565. 

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Carols Under Concorde

Book a Christmas experience unlike any other. Enjoy a festive selection of carols under the wings of the legendary Concorde 002. 

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Venue Hire

Discover our wide range of spaces available for hire. From birthdays to corporate events send expectations soaring at the Fleet Air Arm Museum. 

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Support us

Help us in our mission to protect the Fleet Air Arm's legacy for future generations. All donations go towards our restoration and conservation of our collections. 

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