Avro Heritage Museum
About This Museum
Tucked away on the edge of a Cheshire airfield, the Avro Heritage Museum feels like stepping directly into the workshop of British aviation history. It’s a surprisingly intimate space where you can get up close to the machines that defined an era, from the elegant curves of a Lancaster bomber to the sleek, delta-wing silhouette of a Vulcan. The air hums with stories of innovation and the people who built these legendary aircraft right here. It’s less a sterile gallery and more a passionate tribute to local genius.
Collection Highlights
The star is undoubtedly the Avro Vulcan XM603, its massive wingspan dominating the space, but don't miss the beautifully restored Lancaster and the fascinating Blue Steel missile. Personal artifacts and models from the Avro archives give a real sense of the human hands behind these engineering marvels.
Visitor Information
It's located just off Chester Road in Woodford, with plenty of parking. Check their website for opening times as they can vary, and it's wise to book ahead for special events like cockpit openings.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a functional, unassuming building that echoes the site's industrial past—it feels like a fittingly utilitarian hangar for such iconic aircraft.
Contact & Location
Address: Chester Road, Woodford Garden Village, Woodford, Stockport, Greater Manchester, England, SK7 1SE, United Kingdom
Phone: +44 1625 877534
Website: Visit Website