RAF Museum London: Cold War Tour London

Royal Air Force Museum: London & Midlands

Available to 13 February 2025

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Embark on an immersive ground tour to discover the Avro Vulcan B.2, an aircraft that played a pivotal role during the Cold War!

Delve into its historical significance and understand how it came to symbolize the ultimate defense against the looming threat of nuclear winter during a period fraught with global tension and uncertainty!

Tour Highlights

  • 1 hour tour
  • As part of this tour, you will also have the unique opportunity to get up close to other iconic Cold War aircraft.
  • Marvel at the BAC Lightning F.6, renowned for its incredible speed and agility; the Handley Page Victor K2, a vital component of the UK's aerial refueling fleet; and the English Electric Canberra PR3, celebrated for its reconnaissance capabilities.
  • Each of these aircraft has its own fascinating story, and you will hear captivating real-life accounts from the pilots and crew members who operated them.
  • This exclusive tour allows you to step behind the barriers and explore these magnificent machines from the ground. You will gain a deeper appreciation of our Cold War collections, experiencing them in a way that few ever have.

This is a rare chance to connect with history, see these legendary aircraft up close, and learn about the people who flew them during one of the most critical periods in modern history. Get tickets now and have them delivered instantly via email and SMS!

RAF Museum London,
Grahame Park Way,
London NW9 5LL
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How to Find Us

By Underground

The London site is situated near by Colindale Underground Station on the Edgware branch of the Northern Line. Please alight from your train at Colindale Station, not Hendon Central. Colindale is in Zone 4.

By Bus

Route 303 passes the entrance to the Museum. Look at the entire route of the 303 bus on the TFL website. The bus stop for this service is located directly outside the exit of Colindale Underground station.

By Rail

Mill Hill Broadway is the nearest rail station and is a 20 minute walk away. The station is on the Luton/King's Cross/Thameslink line.

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  • Paid parking

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