Solent Sky Museum
opens at 10:00 today
Aviation museum
The official page for the Solent Sky Aviation Museum in Southampton. Solent Sky Museum showcases the history of aviation in Southampton and Solent area.
Geographically this area was the most important area in the country, if not the world, for aircraft experimental and development work between 1908 and the late 1960s, the most famous being the Spitfire. Read more
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2015-05-16A real hidden gem. I wasn't expecting too much, but the aircraft are incredible, loads of interesting info, loads to look at. Be warned though - no...
2015-02-21Love this place. Haven't visited in several years and thought it time to take my kids and they loved it :) Their favourite part...being allowed to go...
2015-01-04A great day. Our "Disney Planes" obsessed toddler loved every second. Very interactive and greaytstaff who took the time to explain and show him...
2015-09-10Was much more than we were expecting, think I will probably visit again in the future, friendly staff and there is much to see and do
2015-05-27Amazing place to go. Good exhibits and the boat plane which you can go in is amazing. Cheap and good!
2014-12-23Loved it here.. The staff were amazing and very friendly.. Thank you for a great afternoon.. Spike & Synchro had a fab time. See you again soon..
2014-10-29Kids loved it, lots of planes to see, and they had great fun going in the 3 you can get inside. Very friendly, knowledgeable staff too. Would...
2014-07-23Nice little museum with knowledgeable enthusiasts to guide you. Wish I'll be able to visit soon again.
2014-06-22Small(ish)
2014-03-01My 2yo daughter loved her visit today - we'll be back for sure.
2014-01-17The home of the Spitfire a must see for WWII airplane enthusiasts
2014-01-03Love this place
2013-12-28Small but interesting and fun to go in cockpit of sea plane
Updates from Solent Sky Museum
2016-07-01
People ask how we got the flying boat inside - here's how! Notice the cadet operating a hand-winch at bottom right.
People ask how we got the flying boat inside - here's how! Notice the cadet operating a hand-winch at bottom right.
2016-06-30
Southampton, birthplace of the Spitfire: The original Supermarine factory in 1920.
Southampton, birthplace of the Spitfire: The original Supermarine factory in 1920.
2016-06-29
Southampton's History in a single photo: Racing plane and Tudor Fortress.
Southampton's History in a single photo: Racing plane and Tudor Fortress.
2016-06-29
Origins of a Bond weapon: The Whirling Contraptions of Juan de La Cierva http://www.solentskymuseum.org/#!The-Whirling-Contraptions-of-Juan-de-la-Cierva/cmbz/57739f9e0cf231749dca0ba4
Origins of a Bond weapon: The Whirling Contraptions of Juan de La Cierva http://www.solentskymuseum.org/#!The-Whirling-Contraptions-of-Juan-de-la-Cierva/cmbz/57739f9e0cf231749dca0ba4
2016-06-25
Southampton's nuclear bomber: The Supermarine Scimitar - coming soon to Solent Sky.
Southampton's nuclear bomber: The Supermarine Scimitar - coming soon to Solent Sky.
Popularity of Solent Sky Museum
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Solent Sky Museum has a total of 6176 visitors (checkins) and 5097 likes.
13 reviews of Solent Sky Museum.
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