South Wales Aviation Museum - Children and young people's activities

What we do

We are an aviation museum based in the Vale of Glamorgan in St Athan. We have many interactive exhibits and aircraft on display for our visitors to enjoy. Visitors are able to get up close and personal with the aircraft and are able to access selected cockpits. We have several cockpit simulators available as well as exhibition rooms. You can enjoy some refreshments at our in house cafe where we provide hot/cold drinks and hot/cold food. We host large group visits as well as school or cub organisation visits.

Who do we support

Our museum is suitable for all ages. We are a family attraction and have something for everyone. The younger generation will enjoy our interactive exhibits which are placed around the hangar as well as being able to climb into our cockpits. The older generation will enjoy the nostalgia of the museum as well as being able to get up close and personal with the aircraft we have on display,

Is there a charge to use this service?

Yes - Adult admission - £10
Concessions - £7.50
Under 14's - 1 free child per paying adult (under 3's - FOC)

Can anyone use this service?

Anyone can contact us directly

Service details for this children and young people's activities

Language: English only

  • Can support children with disabilities / additional needs? Yes Please contact to discuss your child(s) needs further. Wheelchair access is available into the hangar. However, the cafe on the second floor is not yet accessible for wheelchair users.
  • Relevant staff have a valid current DBS? No

 Address

 You can visit us here:

Bro Tathan North
St. Athan
Barry
CF62 4QR

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 Accessibility

 Opening times

Saturdays/Sundays and Bank Holidays 10-4pm
Last updated: 21/12/2023