Families looking for an affordable day out this summer can enjoy free experiences at the RAF Museum Midlands, everything from aircraft access, Airfix model making, a parachute display, and discounts on kid’s meals, helping families make lasting memories without stretching the budget.

In addition to the Museum already offering free admission, families will have the rare opportunity to step onboard two iconic RAF aircraft at no extra cost. Climb inside the legendary Nimrod, the RAF’s secret ‘spy in the sky’, which played a vital intelligence gathering role, and explore the impressive VC10, used for air-to-air refuelling and transport missions. Both aircraft will be open to visitors from 20 – 24 July between 10.30am and 3.30pm. Keep an eye on the Museum’s website and social media for additional aircraft opening dates.

Younger visitors can also enjoy a free Airfix Spitfire model making activity where they will build and paint their own Spitfire to take home. All materials for this hands-on activity, including Airfix kits, paints and glue, will be provided free of charge. Airfix model making sessions will take place Monday to Friday throughout the summer holidays, from 12.30pm to 2.00pm, with 20 places available per session. Advance booking is recommended to guarantee a place.

On 9 August, the RAF Falcons parachute display team will be flying into the RAF Museum in style. This exciting freefall display from the UK’s premier military parachute display team is not to be missed! See the RAF Falcons fly in at approximately 12.00pm before they meet and greet with Museum visitors.

When it’s time to refuel, families can take advantage of the Great British Summer Savings and enjoy 15% off kid’s meals in the Airfield Kitchen. Receive the discount on every kid’s meal purchased, there’s a tasty range on offer, with gluten-free and vegan options available. The offer runs daily throughout the summer break from 12.00pm to 3.00pm.

After enjoying the free experiences on offer and exploring the Museum’s fascinating aircraft collection, including the world’s oldest Spitfire, younger members of the family will enjoy playing in the outdoor RAF themed playground with a mock control tower, mini hangar and aircraft to climb onboard.

Recently named the joint top-rated museum in the UK by Which? members, the RAF Museum Midlands offers one of the country’s best value family days out. Plan your visit at rafmuseum.org/midlands.