Welcome to Tangmere

Tangmere Military Aviation Museum is situated in a corner of the old RAF Tangmere airfield, famed for its illustrious service from 1916 through to the post-war years. It was opened by a group of aviation enthusiasts in 1982 to promote public awareness of the United Kingdom’s military aviation heritage, educate present and future generations in military aviation and serve as a memorial to airmen and airwomen who gave their lives in the service of this country.

The Museum is home to an impressive display of historic aircraft and a unique collection of aviation memorabilia stretching from the First World War through to the Cold War. Amongst the many attractions, are numerous interactive displays and several aircraft simulators for visitors to experience. There is something for all members of the family to see and do.

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DONATING ARTEFACTS TO TANGMERE

Are you thinking of donating an artefact to the Museum? Then please click HERE to find out how to go about it.

TANGMERE NEWSFLASH

Would you like to keep in touch with the latest news from the Museum? Click HERE to sign up for the “Tangmere Newsflash”.

TANGMERE BOOKSHOP

“Tangmere – An Authorised History” is now available from the Museum at a reduced price. Click HERE for more details.

“Lysander Pilot – Special Operations with 161 Squadron” is now available from the Museum. Click HERE for more details.

“Tangmere’s Own – Pilots Who Served King and Country from a Sussex Airfield, 1918-1958” is now available from the Museum. Click HERE for more details.

“The Tangmere Logbook” – back numbers of the Museum’s magazine are now available online. Click HERE for more details