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Welcome to the official Blue Sky Account for the RAF Museum, sharing the story of the Royal Air Force, past, present and future since 1972.

Locations: Colindale, North London and Shifnal, Shropshire next to RAF Cosford. Open daily from 10am. Entry Free.
We’re taking bookings for our next FREE Dementia Friendly Tour on 26 February ✈️

A relaxed Battle of Britain–themed tour for people living with early-stage dementia and their carers or companions. Led by our Learning & Engagement Team at the RAF Museum London.

Booking essential : bit.ly/4bA9m0N
February 10, 2026 at 12:16 PM
🚀 Our February Half Term: STEM Week starts in a week tomorrow at RAF Museum Midlands! 🌌 Planetarium tickets (£6.50pp) are filling fast — book soon.

Plus STEM Trail (£3), Lego Dragsters & flight sims!

👉 For full details and to make a booking, please go to: bit.ly/4qFNTYX

#HalfTerm #FamilyDaysOut
February 8, 2026 at 11:59 AM
🎬 11 Feb @ 5:30pm – Hybrid screening & discussion -
Come Together: Dresden and 13 February 🎞️

Discover how remembrance of this Second World War bombing campaign has evolved from propaganda to today’s dialogues.

Free & open, in-person or online.

Reserve your free place now at: bit.ly/45UCWdW
February 8, 2026 at 11:02 AM
🌙✈️ Sleep under iconic aircraft at RAF Museum Midlands!

Pillows and Pilots returns 21–22 March 2026 for youth groups (ages 6–15). Activities, disco, movie night & a NEW Aviation Cadets pilot show. Dinner & breakfast included. Charges apply 🎟️

For full details : bit.ly/4tm1vdJ

#Sleepover #Scouts
February 7, 2026 at 10:14 AM
✨ Get ready to spark curiosity and imagination as our February #HalfTerm STEM Week launches next weekend at our London site! 🚀

Giant bubbles 🫧, laser tag 🔫 and hands-on STEM fun for curious kids and grown-ups alike. Activities run throughout the week – book now! 🎟️

bit.ly/4te7BNq

#FamilyDaysOut
February 6, 2026 at 2:44 PM
📢 We’re hiring! The Royal Air Force Museum is recruiting an IT/AV Technician (permanent, full-time) based in London.

💷 £27,500 per annum
🗓 Apply by 22 Feb 2026
🎤 Interviews: 6 Mar 2026

Apply here 👇
www.rafmuseum.org.uk/about-us/job...

#MuseumJobs #ITJobs #RAFMuseum
February 6, 2026 at 12:18 PM
Missed last night’s virtual lecture on Tiger Force: Bomber Command’s Thwarted Campaign Against Japan? ✈️📚

You can still watch Stuart Hadaway's full talk for free at your leisure via the RAF Museum’s Crowdcast channel 🎥
👉 www.crowdcast.io/c/vl-2026-ha...

#RAFMuseum #History
February 6, 2026 at 9:56 AM
LDN: Looking for a fun morning for your little ones? 🐦

Our next Little Swifts session takes place Tuesday 10 February at our London site.

For ages 2–5, with songs, stories, crafts and messy play 🎶🎨

🕥 10.30–11.30am
🎟️ FREE – booking required
👉https://bit.ly/4pJ8zQ2
February 5, 2026 at 10:42 AM
❤️✈️ Now available our Valentine’s gifts for Spitfire lovers!

👕 Adult I Love Spitfire T-Shirt £18.00
🧢 Baseball Cap £15.00
👜 Cross Body Bag £15.00

Perfect for aviation and Spitfire fans
Get your Valentine's Day gift now at: bit.ly/4kkn8ai

💘🛍️ #Spitfire #ValentinesDay #Aviation
February 4, 2026 at 1:02 PM
Join us this Ramadan ☪️ for our 4th annual Open Family Iftar at our Midlands site on Sat 28 Feb.

Enjoy family-friendly STEM activities, learn about Ramadan, and come together across cultures and faiths to break the fast with delicious food 🍲

Free event (all welcome) ⭐
Book tickets: bit.ly/4ti5QPc
February 4, 2026 at 9:36 AM
⏳ There's still time to sign up for Thursday’s fascinating FREE virtual lecture! 🐯✈️

Tiger Force: Bomber Command’s Thwarted Campaign Against Japan

📅 Thu 5 Feb 2026
🕕 6:00pm (GMT)

🎟️ Register for your free place at: www.crowdcast.io/c/vl-2026-ha...

#RAFMuseum #History #Airpower
February 3, 2026 at 11:24 AM
Reposted by Royal Air Force Museum
The @rafmuseum.bsky.social Acquires Two Works by Official War Artist Sir Thomas Monnington at Roseberys.

➡️ www.roseberys.co.uk/news/the-raf...
February 3, 2026 at 11:17 AM
✈️ This weekend (7–8 Feb) we continue the RAF Museum Airfix Model Club at our London site! 🛠️

After the Spitfire, we’ll be building the legendary Hawker Hurricane, a key RAF fighter in the Battle of Britain.

Ages 8+. Adults free but must stay with child.
💷 £5.00 per kit
👉 Book now bit.ly/4pDyNSr
February 2, 2026 at 11:14 AM
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🛩️ Join our Family Guided Tour with one of our experts at RAF Museum Midlands! ✨

🎟️ £10 per child | Adults £7.50 I👶 Under 4s FREE

📅 Bookings OPEN NOW for Feb Half Term through to June — limited spaces, book early!

Full details at : bit.ly/45GoXZ0

#RAFMuseumMidlands #HalfTerm #FamilyFun
February 1, 2026 at 10:45 AM
Calling all Girlguiding groups! ✨🛩️

Plan a brilliant day out at the RAF Museum London and explore incredible aircraft, inspiring stories and hands-on discovery. £5.00 per guide💙

Find out more: bit.ly/4qfRn3v

#Girlguiding #RAFMuseum @ggsw.bsky.social
January 31, 2026 at 4:14 PM
📅 Carers: we know how important planning ahead is 💛 Our full Carer’s Café Social calendar is now on our website 🙌

Join us at RAF Museum Midlands for a relaxed catch-up with other carers ✈️☕️🍪

No booking needed • Free parking
💻https://bit.ly/46iruc0
Info: [email protected]

#CarersSupport
January 29, 2026 at 10:43 AM
📣 Sign up now for our FREE virtual lecture: Tiger Force: Bomber Command’s Thwarted Campaign Against Japan 🐯✈️

📅 Thursday 5 February
⏰ 6:00 pm

Historian Stuart Hadaway will guide you through this intriguing RAF story. 💬💻

🎟️ Book your free place now! ➡️ bit.ly/4a1KcWz

#RAF #History #VirtualLecture
Virtual Lecture - RAF Museum
On Thursday 5 February 2026 at 6.00pm, Stuart Hadaway will discuss the role of Tiger Force in the Far East as part of the RAFM's Virtual Lecture Series.
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January 28, 2026 at 10:44 AM
MIDS:🎖️ Now open - The Forgotten Generations: Lest We Forget

A powerful temporary exhibition celebrating Black African and Caribbean Royal Air Force veterans from the West Midlands, sharing their stories and service while ensuring their legacy is remembered.

🔗 bit.ly/3M9JpLh

#LestWeForget
January 27, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Step into aviation history this February half term ✈️

Get closer to 4 legendary aircraft at RAF Museum London with a 50-minute, behind-the-scenes tour with our expert guides.

Suitable for Ages 8+. Tickets are £12 per person.

📅 17–19 Feb 2026
🎟️ Tickets on sale now!
👉 bit.ly/4sUdjDL

#HalfTerm
January 27, 2026 at 10:29 AM
🚀 STEM Week returns this February Half Term at RAF Museum Midlands!

Discover hands-on STEM activities ✈️🔧, the return of our planetarium 🌌 and our popular STEM Trail — both booking fast.

🗓️ 16–20 Feb
💷 Free–£6.50
👉 bit.ly/4qFNTYX

#DaysOutWithTheKids #FamilyFun #HalfTerm
January 26, 2026 at 12:55 PM
✈️Discover the RAF Museum Midlands with the whole family ✈️

Explore iconic aircraft like the TSR-2 and use our digital trails to uncover even more stories during your visit.

Free entry. Big adventures.
Book now at : rafmuseum.org.uk/midlands/

And get ready for take off!

#familydaysout #freeentry
January 24, 2026 at 11:48 AM
✈️ Starting today, we’re excited to host the first RAF Museum Airfix Model Club at our London site!

🛠️ Beginning with the iconic Supermarine Spitfire, young builders start a hands-on journey through aviation history. 🛩️ Ages 8+. Adults attend free. Kits £5.00.

Full details at : bit.ly/4pDyNSr
January 24, 2026 at 10:53 AM
Congratulations to the RAF Museum’s 2025 Academic Award winners: Imogen Graham (BA), George Hudson (MA) and Ian Thompson (PhD).

Their outstanding research showcases excellence in air power studies and they will receive their awards at our 2026 Conference. Full details given at bit.ly/4r8Jf5O
January 21, 2026 at 3:57 PM
⏰ Final reminder: Call for papers closing soon ✈️

Apply to speak in the RAF Museum 2026 Lecture Series. Submit a talk title, 300-word abstract & short bio on Air Power, aviation history, the RAF or future Air & Space Power.

🗓 End of play, 23 Jan
📧 [email protected]
💻 Details bit.ly/4aGg9px
January 20, 2026 at 3:26 PM
✈️ We’re excited to be hosting the first RAF Museum Airfix Model Club at our London site next weekend (24–25 Jan)! 🛠️

Starting with the iconic Supermarine Spitfire, young aviation fans will begin a hands-on journey through historic aircraft.

Recommended age 8+. £5 per kit.

Book at: bit.ly/4pDyNSr
January 16, 2026 at 9:53 AM