Acorn Bank Watermill 2025
Cumbria
Vulcan XJ823
Collection of aircraft, aviation artefacts and displays reflecting Britain’s position as a world leader in aircraft design and innovation at the dawn of the jet age.
Contacts
Operator: Solway Aviation Society
Address: Aviation House, Carlisle Airport Crosby-on-Eden Carlisle Cumbria CA6 4NW
- Telephone: 01228 573 823
- Email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
- Website: View website
Open Days & Times
15-16 Feb. Fri-Sun & BHol 21-23 Feb; 21 Mar-29 Jun; 2 Sep-2 Nov. Fri-Mon 30 Jun-1 Sep. Sat 8 Nov-3 Jan 2026. 1030-1700. Visit website or facebook for more details.
Travel
- By Bus: 685
- By Rail: Wetheral / 5 miles
Facilities
- Parking
- Refreshments
- Souvenir Shop
- Part disabled access
The aircraft collection is based on post war British jets that entered service with the Royal Air Force during the 1950s and 60s; many have local connections. We have also adopted some other post war aircraft which were considered worthy of restoration and preservation.
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