RAF Bristol Britannia

24/06/2026

Our next-door neighbours are busy!

22/06/2026

Britannia will be open on the Saturday 11-4, and hopefully on the Sunday too, times tbc.

With just under two weeks to go until our annual open weekend, tickets are selling fast!

Don't miss your chance to see a whole host of visiting aircraft, live music from Toast Club Helen Pearson - Singer Mosquito Band , animal handling with JJ's reptiles exotic encounters, the Alpine F1 Team show car, classic cars, food and drink, aircraft tours of both Negus 747 and a rare chance to board our resident VIP 727 M-STAR.

If anyone is interested in exhibiting anything interesting please email [email protected].

Parking is free onsite.

Tickets can be purchased via the link below

https://www.tickettailor.com/events/cotswoldairport/2042678

18/06/2026

One of our team was at Cosford air show last weekend so took the opportunity to visit the Britannia painted as XM497 (this actual frame was never in RAF service).

She's in a sorry state, sadly.

Does anyone know why ours has a different pattern of wheel on the front? Genuine question, no prizes!

Next open days: This Saturday, 20 June, 11-4

AND

Saturday 4th July 11-4, and Sunday 5th July, times to be notified (Cotswold Airport open days).

See you there!

16/06/2026

Remember the scaffolding we showed you recently? The outdoor team made good use of the lovely weather today to continue stripping the paint off.

Photos courtesy of Andy because I was too chicken to climb off the ladder 😄

We're open this Saturday 20th June, 11-4 - to look at the inside of the aircraft only, we can't let you up the scaffolding, I'm afraid 😄😄😄. Free entry, lots to see, some lovely souvenirs available for a donation.

Head for AV8 and turn right at the crossroads.

16/06/2026

You saw it here first!

Today we had a visit from this young chap and his fabulous car; they were taking some photos for an article in Practical Classics next month.

This car was bought by his parents in 1999, but subsequently sold. He managed to track it down in USA, to where it had been exported. Long story short - he bought it, brought it back to UK and restored it - and here it is, in all its glory, taken against the background of our pride and joy, XM496.

PS The car owner is the fellow sitting on the steps, not the photobomber doing acrobatics on the scaffolding. Thanks, Hugh 😄

05/06/2026

Edit: Open today (Saturday) at 11, whatever the weather!

It's nearly the weekend... we're open tomorrow, Saturday 6th June. Entry is free; sit on the flight deck, chat to former pilots, take a look at the lovely souvenirs available for a donation.

Ditections: Head for AV8 and turn right at the crossroads (signposted).

04/06/2026

Here's a lovely set of photos taken by one of our newest volunteers, Emma. She is planning to help with hosting as well as maintenance - so come along this weekend, Saturday 6 June 11-4, to say hello to her.

Head for AV8 and turn right by Air Salvage International.

02/06/2026

We're open both days too, keep an eye on this page for timings.

We are pleased to announce that we will be joined by the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight for our Open Weekend on both Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th July.

Aircraft are subject to availability.

Tickets for the Saturday and Sunday can be purchased below:

https://buytickets.at/cotswoldairport/2042678

30/05/2026

It's a beautiful day and we're open! Very quiet, so an idea time for a thorough look round the aircraft - come on over!