Reserve Collection Experience at Cobham Hall
Step behind the scenes and explore a hidden part of the Royal Navy Museum's collection at Cobham Hall.
This exclusive experience offers a rare opportunity to get up close to our aircraft reserve collection, featuring more than 20 aircraft and objects that are not normally on public display. Discover a fascinating collection of historic aircraft and uncover the stories behind them in this unique guided experience.
Led by experienced guides, all former members of the Fleet Air Arm, you'll explore the stories behind these remarkable aircraft and discover the vital work involved in preserving Europe's largest collection of naval aircraft.
Your 90-minute experience includes a welcome and safety briefing, a guided tour of the reserve collection, and an exclusive Q&A session with one of our Principal Conservators. As you explore the heart of the collection, you'll encounter rarely seen aircraft and artefacts, including one of the earliest examples of a purpose-built aircraft carrier. The experience concludes with an opportunity to learn more about the conservation and preservation work taking place behind the scenes.
Key Event Information
Location: Cobham Hall, Royal Navy Museum: Naval Aviation, RNAS Yeovilton, Ilchester, Somerset, BA22 8HT
Tour times: 10:15am & 11:15am
Age requirement: Suitable for visitors aged 14 and over. Guests under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Accessibility: Due to the nature of the building and collection storage areas, this experience is unsuitable for visitors who are unable to negotiate stairs. Please contact the museum team to discuss bespoke accessible experiences.
Tours operate in small groups, with a maximum of 12 guests per timeslot, ensuring a personal and engaging experience.
Choose from two ticket options:
- Standard – Cobham Hall Experience only (£35)
- Premium – Cobham Hall Experience plus one-day museum admission (£50)