May Half Term at Aerospace Bristol
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Looking for a brilliant family day out this May Half Term? Aerospace Bristol is packed with interactive experiences, hands-on activities and incredible aircraft to explore, including the chance to step aboard Concorde and discover the Bristol Freighter.
May Half Term at Aerospace Bristol
- Dates: 23rd - 31st May 2026
- Location: Aerospace Bristol
- Booking: Advance booking recommended
This May Half Term, families can enjoy a variety of special activities alongside Aerospace Bristol’s fascinating collection of historic aircraft and aviation exhibits.
What’s On This Half Term
Explore the Bristol Freighter
Discover the fascinating story of the Bristol Freighter through special Conservation Workshop tours running every hour throughout the holidays. Learn more about the museum’s major conservation project and see restoration work up close.
Concorde Simulator Experience
Step into the Captain’s seat and experience what it feels like to fly Concorde in this unique simulator experience. Don’t forget to grab a photo while you’re there.
Hands-On Activities Under Concorde
Children can get creative designing their own aircraft liveries for the Bristol Freighter with self-led activities available daily.
Craft Sessions with the Crew
- When: Tuesdays and Thursdays
- Time: 11am - 3pm
Join the team for themed aviation-inspired craft activities perfect for younger visitors.
Dome Club Planetarium
Step inside a fully immersive 360° dome experience and see flight from a pilot’s perspective. Using real cockpit footage and live storytelling, this family-friendly show explores aviation and space travel in a fun and engaging way.
Go Inside the Bristol Britannia Cockpit
- When: Monday, Wednesday and Saturday
- Time: 11am - 3pm
Families can climb inside the Bristol Britannia cockpit and meet some of the people involved in building this iconic aircraft.
With interactive experiences, creative activities and amazing aircraft to discover, Aerospace Bristol offers a fantastic family day out for aviation fans of all ages this May Half Term.
