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The RAF Museum encourages people to share their opinion and experience and engage into the debates and discussions in our Social Media networks. We welcome the constructive criticism and constructive comments and respect the freedom of speech; however, we would kindly ask you to follow our outlined code of conduct to ensure that everyone has a positive experience when interacting with the Museum’s social media networks:

Respect. Please respect all our visitors, avoid posting any hateful, defamatory, obscene, threatening, abusive, or discriminatory comments. Any comments or posts that harass others or that could be deemed as offensive will be removed and the users who have posted them may also be blocked. Any comments that contain vulgar, obscene or indecent language or images will be removed and the users responsible may also be blocked. We always appreciate your corrections of the facts in the content, but the rules of respect apply here as well. Any disrespectful comments will be removed and the users responsible may also be blocked. Please do not post someone else’s personal details such as e-mail addresses, home addresses or phone numbers on our channels. Please do not post comments that advertise or promote other organisations, businesses, goods, services or people. All comments used as advertising or promotional tools will be removed. Illegal activities. Please do not post material that advocates illegal activity or discusses illegal activities with the intent to commit them. All such comments will be removed and the users responsible will be banned. Intellectual property. Please be aware that images, videos, texts and other creative content you are posting could be other people’s property, and subject to Intellectual Property Law, which you do not have a lawful right to share. Points of view. We would like you to remember that the views expressed by any of our users don’t necessarily reflect the RAF Museum’s position on a given subject. The Museum reserves the right to remove any and all materials from its social media channels that contravene its guidelines, and reserves the right, where appropriate to ban an individual posting such comments from its pages. We aim to monitor our main Social Media channels every day, but our core office hours are from Monday to Friday from 9.00am to 5.00pm excluding national holidays. We aim to respond to all enquiries as quickly as possible, but please note that some enquiries can take longer to resolve particularly if posted to the Museum at weekends and on national holidays.

02/11/2026

🔴🔵⚪ The countdown is on! Just under ONE MONTH to go! ✈️

Inspired by the Red Arrows to aim high and take on a new challenge? Now's your chance! 💪

There's still time to sign up and complete the Red Arrows Challenge, but don't forget – 30 November is your deadline! ⏰

Whether you've already started or are yet to take that first step, now's the time to go for it!

As one Red Arrows pilot reminds us, find something you're interested in and go after it! 🌟

👉 Sign up and take on the challenge today: https://the-red-arrows-challenge.raiselysite.com/

🚀🌙 A huge thank you to everyone who joined us at RAF Museum Midlands for Jet and Space Week this half term!Whether you w...
30/10/2026

🚀🌙 A huge thank you to everyone who joined us at RAF Museum Midlands for Jet and Space Week this half term!

Whether you were exploring the wonders of our solar system in the Planetarium, getting up close to real moon rock and meteorites, or building and racing LEGO Balloon Jets, it's been a blast!💫

Here's a few photo highlights 📸

🎃 Jet and Space Week may be over, but the fun continues tomorrow for Halloween! Join us onboard the VC10 for Spooky Storytelling. ✈️👻 £5 per child - booking recommended!

🎟️ https://rafmuseum.pulse.ly/y1d99hrbsk

We’re absolutely thrilled by the unprecedented number of volunteering applications we’ve received for our Inventory Volu...
30/10/2026

We’re absolutely thrilled by the unprecedented number of volunteering applications we’ve received for our Inventory Volunteer roles at Stafford and we are so grateful for the incredible level of interest and support.

Our team is working tirelessly to review every application, and we really appreciate your patience while we work through them all.

We’re experiencing a particularly busy time, so please bear with us! We promise we’re working hard behind the scenes and will be in touch as soon as we can.

Thank you again for your enthusiasm, generosity and willingness to give your time to make a difference. 🙏🙏

🚀✨ LAST CHANCE TO BLAST OFF INTO SPACE! 🌌Tomorrow (Friday 30 October) is your LAST CHANCE to experience our amazing Plan...
29/10/2026

🚀✨ LAST CHANCE TO BLAST OFF INTO SPACE! 🌌

Tomorrow (Friday 30 October) is your LAST CHANCE to experience our amazing Planetarium at RAF Museum Midlands! 🌍🪐 Journey through the wonders of space without ever leaving the Museum!

🎃👻 PLUS… our Spooky Storytelling tickets are selling FAST!

Join us on 31 October for spine-tingling tales aboard our spookily decorated VC10 aircraft! ✈️

💀 And the best bit? ADULTS GO FREE! That's right, just £5 per child, with accompanying adults completely FREE! 🙌

🎟️ Don't miss out! We strongly recommend pre-booking BOTH activities NOW to secure your places and avoid disappointment!

👉 Book your tickets today by visiting our website.

🚨 There's still time to register online for TODAY's Lancaster Lecture  ✈️How has Britain's defence strategy changed sinc...
29/10/2026

🚨 There's still time to register online for TODAY's Lancaster Lecture ✈️

How has Britain's defence strategy changed since the Cold War, and what can history teach us about the challenges facing our Armed Forces today? 🌍

🎙️ Former RAF Air Commodore and defence expert Dr Andrew Curtis will explore:

🔹 How the end of the Cold War transformed UK defence priorities.

🔹 What military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan revealed about Britain's Armed Forces.

🔹 How the war in Ukraine is reshaping defence thinking.

🔹 What lessons Britain must learn to prepare for future security challenges.

📅 TODAY – Thursday 29 October
🕔 5.00pm
💻 Watch LIVE online
🎟️ FREE – but online registration is required!

Can't make it to Lancaster University? No problem! Join us from wherever you are.

👉 There's still time to register for the livestream on our Crowdcast Channel.

✈️ Ever wondered what we keep behind closed doors? 👀Join us at RAF Museum Midlands for an exclusive Behind the Scenes To...
28/10/2026

✈️ Ever wondered what we keep behind closed doors? 👀

Join us at RAF Museum Midlands for an exclusive Behind the Scenes Tour and discover incredible pieces of aviation history not currently on public display!

From historic aircraft and engines to armoured vehicles, there's plenty to uncover, including Falklands veterans Bravo November and the Harrier GR3.

🎟️ £55 per person
📅 Fridays and selected Saturdays
⏰ 1pm – 2pm
👥 Ages 11+

Ready to explore our hidden treasures?

👉 Book your place: https://rafmuseum.pulse.ly/bwvwu6pcw9

Join our behind-the-scenes tour where you will visit the Sir Michael Beetham Conservation Centre, currently used to store exhibits not yet on display.

📅 SAVE THE DATE! 🎉 Midlands Community Day 2026! 🌍✨Get ready for a fantastic FREE family day out at the RAF Museum Midlan...
27/10/2026

📅 SAVE THE DATE! 🎉 Midlands Community Day 2026! 🌍✨

Get ready for a fantastic FREE family day out at the RAF Museum Midlands on Sunday 15 November, from 10.00am–4.00pm! 🎈

We're bringing local West Midlands communities together for a vibrant celebration of culture, diversity and togetherness – and we'd love to be there. ❤️

In partnership with Telford and Wrekin Interfaith Council we're hosting an exciting day packed with colourful performances, incredible music, dazzling dance, storytelling and hands-on family fun! 🥁💃🎨

From African acrobatics and Bhangra dancing to creative workshops, face painting and much more, there's something for all ages to enjoy - and it's all FREE!

It's a wonderful opportunity to meet new people, discover different traditions, share cultures and celebrate everything that makes our Midlands communities so special. 🌟

Bring your family, invite your friends and join the celebration! 🥳

We look forward to welcoming you.

27/10/2026

✈️🔴 There’s still time to take on the Red Arrows Challenge! 🔴✈️

Have you ever been inspired by the legendary Red Arrows and their spectacular displays of red, white and blue smoke? Now it’s your turn to rise to the challenge!

🏃‍♂️🚶‍♀️🚴 You have until 30 November to sign up and complete your challenge! Run, walk or cycle at your own pace, wherever you are, and help support the RAF Museum.

👏We would like to give a HUGE thank you to the 150 amazing participants who have already signed up and raised an incredible £5,300 for the Museum.

🏉 We’re also thrilled to welcome around 18 members of the
RAF Rugby 7s team, who are joining forces to raise a further £900! Good luck, team!

🏅 Complete your challenge to earn an exclusive commemorative Red Arrows coin, with a special T-shirt for those raising £50 or more. There are fantastic prizes up for grabs too!

❤️ Ready to join them? Sign up today!
👉 https://the-red-arrows-challenge.raiselysite.com/

Address

RAF Museum Midlands
Shifnal
TF118UP

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

01902376200

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