Bush Barn, Silver Hill, Robertsbridge, East Sussex TN32 5PA
Robertsbridge Aviation Society
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Why it's Wildland
6.2A volunteer-run aviation collection built from recovered aircraft wreckage, engines and cockpit sections, with a particular focus on the Second World War and aviation in Sussex.
This is a specialist collection with a strong local connection: aircraft artefacts recovered from Sussex crash sites sit alongside substantial engines and cockpit sections from later aircraft. Its limited public viewing makes checking ahead essential.
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The experience
Explore a volunteer-run aviation museum whose collection ranges from recovered wartime artefacts to substantial aero engines and cockpit sections. Public viewing is limited, so check the society’s current arrangements before setting out.
Things to do
See the cockpit sections
Look for cockpit sections from aircraft including the Meteor T7, Sea Vixen, English Electric Lightning, Canberra and Jet Provost.
Compare the aero engines
The society’s collection includes 40 aero engines, among them Rolls-Royce Merlin, Napier Sabre, Bristol Hercules and Proteus, Rolls-Royce Avon and Conway.
Look through the wartime and aviation displays
Displays cover the First World War, Battle of Britain, Home Front, civil aviation and the Royal Observer Corps, alongside recovered artefacts and other aircraft components.
Find the Lancaster turret
A Lancaster gun turret is among the collection’s larger aviation exhibits.
Make a day of it
Quick escape · 1–2 hours
Explore the aviation collection
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Confirm a public viewing day or arrange a visit with the society before travelling.
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Explore the aircraft artefacts, engines and cockpit sections on display.
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Look out for the Lancaster turret, propellers, uniforms, photographs and documents.
Verified history
The society’s collection was founded in 1973. Its website describes exhibits covering civil and military aviation, with the Second World War featuring prominently. The collection includes artefacts recovered from local wartime crash sites and coastal areas, as well as donated material. The society says its founders had been members of the Royal Observer Corps and originally met as the Robertsbridge Aircraft Recognition Society.
Hidden details
Recovered local aircraft history — The society says many artefacts come from local Second World War crash sites and coastal areas, alongside items donated by the public.
A substantial photographic archive — The society’s older website describes an archive of more than 5,000 original aircraft photographs.
When to go
· Visit during a confirmed public viewing session; check current arrangements before travelling.
The supplied sources give no seasonal reason to visit. Opening is by advertised viewing arrangements rather than a regular daily schedule.
Check current visitor arrangements before travelling.
What to look for
Look for the cockpit sections, the range of aero engines, aircraft propellers and the Lancaster gun turret. The collection also includes uniforms, photographs, documents, radios and other aircraft components.
The story
Aviation; Second World War; Sussex aircraft recovery; Royal Observer Corps
Best time to go
No particular season is evidenced; check advertised viewing arrangements before travelling.
Visit on a confirmed public viewing day. The supplied information gives no seasonal advantage.
How long to spend
1–2 hours
Perfect for
History lovers · Families
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Opening & access
Volunteer-run museum with public viewing on advertised days; check the society website before travelling. Visits outside public viewing times may be arranged by prior appointment.
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Accessibility
The supplied place information indicates a wheelchair-accessible entrance, car park and toilet. Confirm current arrangements with the society before visiting.
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Around Robertsbridge Aviation Society
Within 50 km · approximate straight-line distances
