Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre

Museum | Spilsby | England | United Kingdom

The Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre in Spilsby, England, is a unique museum that focuses on the history of the British Royal Air Force during World War II. It is particularly known for its collection of historic aircraft, including the famous Avro Lancaster NX611, also known as "Just Jane". The centre allows visitors to immerse themselves in the history of the bomber war and aerial warfare in general.

One of the standout features of the museum is the opportunity to ride in a working Lancaster bomber. "Just Jane" is regularly started up for special experiences, where visitors can experience the feeling of a real flight in a "Taxy Ride", even though the aircraft no longer flies. This provides a fascinating and emotional connection to the history of World War II and the personal experiences of the crew members at that time.

In addition to the Lancaster, the museum also features exhibits on other historic aircraft, such as the Mosquito, and provides interesting insights into life on a wartime airfield. It showcases many artifacts, including uniforms, equipment, and photos, illustrating the lives of aircraft crews and the hard work behind the scenes of bomber command.

The centre also offers a range of interactive experiences, including guided tours where visitors can learn more about restoration projects and aircraft maintenance. The museum plays an important role in preserving the heritage of aviation history and is an active centre that regularly organizes events and special activities such as airplane experiences and historical demonstrations.

Overall, the Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre offers a deep and immersive experience for aviation enthusiasts and visitors who want to learn more about the crucial role of air forces in World War II.

Contact details

Web

http://www.lincsaviation.co.uk/

Phone

+441790763207

Address

East Kirkby

PE23 4DE Spilsby

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Opening hours

Sunday	--
Monday	--
Tuesday	9:30 - 16:00
Wednesday	9:30 - 16:00
Thursday	9:30 - 16:00
Friday	9:30 - 16:00
Saturday	9:30 - 16:00

Reviews

4180 Reviews

John Bannister

20.01.2025

We had a nice walk around on a cold January day. It was warm in the hanger where we saw Just Jane and the Mosquito and all the displays. Can't wait to come back again when they're taxiing them both.

Mike Nelson

20.01.2025

Watch on you tube but even better to visit. Had a good talk to the staff. What a great project.

Ken M

11.01.2025

Amazing Museum A whole day and did not see everything.

Liz McKibbin

11.12.2024

Excellent place to visit. Our day included the tours and a very nice festive lunch and tea. Excellent history lesson and a fun day for children and adults who like aircrafts and engineering.

jane wells

11.12.2024

This really is a fantastic place! We've been several times to different days and events , and it's always great 👍! Yesterday we had an inside tour followed by a scrumptious hightea and carols. Absolutely wonderful and the staff and volunteers are always so helpful and jolly. Highly recommend!

Kevin Draper

01.09.2018

I visit Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage a couple of times a year. A little insight into a wartime active airbase. Some of the personal stories are emotional, then the star of the show, The Avro Lancaster NX611 'Just Jayne'. I highly recommend a visit to here

George Whisk

02.12.2024

Always something great to see, the volunteers are great and very knowledgeable

Craig Oxby

28.11.2024

Small in size, but more than expected with lots of in-depth history behind the big exhibits of the Lancaster and other classics.

Jane Wimbush

25.11.2024

We had the most interesting day, the displays were excellent, and the volunteers giving up their time to do restoration & services on the planes were really forthcoming with information 👏 I'm a "Jane" so I was humbled to see that the Lancaster Bomber had been given the same name 😁 Well done to everyone on site, and may your good work continue 😃

Annie Slater

21.11.2024

Fabulous place to visit and see some of our history, staff are friendly and helpful and looking forward to going again next year

Leighton Hopkinson

21.11.2024

Went to firework display, was really good

James Dennis

18.11.2024

Great day out.

Rebecca Dunning

16.11.2024

Well worth a visit. Dog friendly, amazing heritage site and the Lancaster bomber is amazing to see.

David Woodhead

14.11.2024

Fantastic if you are even remotely interested in WWII with an almost airworthy Lancaster, many other aiircraft including an almost airworthy Mosquito & parts recovered from local foelds of crashed warplanes

mark s

13.11.2024

What a fantastic day we had , the museum is fill of really interesting bits and then I got my ride in the Lancaster, words fail ... Yes ,it's not. cheap, but the thought that we had help the investment of getting Just Jane airworthy, more than compensates

Andrew Hajewskyj

11.11.2024

Interesting museum. Got to see a Lancaster and B25 bomber, as well as a Mosquito fighter. Also there is an interactive Camberra bomber cockpit section you can climb around. There is a also a cool selection of old vehicles and other objects. It's feeling a little dated, with laminated plastic reading as mostly giving information.

Andrew Wheeler

08.11.2024

Enjoyed the day and evening here on 2 November at the fireworks day. A friend and I were armed with our cameras, plenty to see and photograph. The Lancaster was out and about on taxi runs which was amazing to see. Great place to visit.

snake peacock

08.11.2024

Great day out

Derek Dunstan

08.11.2024

Absolutely fantastic museum, made extra special hearing and seeing aircraft taxi.

Andrew Linstead

07.11.2024

Great place to visit and watch taxi runs of both the Lancaster and mosquito

Jim Todd

06.11.2024

Would give it 10 Stars if I could. Everything about this place is brilliant. The planes, the history, the stories, the artifacts. Could stare at the Lancaster and Mosquito all day long.

Michelle Woodward

06.11.2024

We visited on a day when they were taxiing the Lancaster Bomber and the Mosquito. Lovely to hear their old engines rumbling. Lots to see in the museum itself. Definitely worth visiting.

Mick Suggitt

06.11.2024

The whole event was awesome. Just Jane used to be at Blackpool Airport. As a child, l played in her. I also went through Just Jane with my father, a lot of memories . The firework display was exceptional.

Highland Classic Car Hire Ltd

05.11.2024

Fascinating place to visit - great variety of exhibits and lots of information .

Paul Glancy

05.11.2024

Great place we'll worth a visit 👍

Andrew Briggs

04.11.2024

Great visit, amazing aircraft, fireworks were excellent

Mike Eyre

03.11.2024

Went for the Lancaster and mosquito taxi run This was followed by a firework display The taxiing allowed a good view and sound of these wonderful aircraft The displays of vintage documents and other equipment was interesting and quite evocative The fireworks were brilliant All in all the whole event was well organised and a very pleasant day out

Kris Smith

03.11.2024

First time visiting and was very impressed. Well organised, so much to see and it's obvious the aircraft are well looked after.

Matthew Bonham

31.10.2024

Decent place to visit to view the Lancaster and various historical bits. When we visited it was quiet, so we managed to look at everything without rushing. Staff were friendly.