One entry, and it is a belter: two wartime hangars at Maze Long Kesh holding the definitive collection of Shorts-built aircraft, run by a society whose tours regularly get name-checked in reviews like football man-of-the-match awards.
This regional hub lists every gazetteer station in Northern Ireland with entry prices and airframe counts. Use Start here for the collections that draw the most search demand, then open any museum page for opening times, tickets, inventory and visitor notes. Cross-check the best aviation museums guide or the 2027 airshow calendar if you are planning a weekend.
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How many aviation museums are in Northern Ireland?
The gazetteer records 1 public aviation museums, heritage centres and preserved airfield collections in Northern Ireland.
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The most-asked-about collections in this command:
Museums in Northern Ireland
| Museum | City | Serial | Entry | Airframes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ulster Aviation Society (Maze Long Kesh) | Lisburn | NI-01 | Free | 63 |
Frequently asked
How many aviation museums are there in Northern Ireland?
The gazetteer lists 1 open aviation museums, heritage centres and airfield collections in Northern Ireland.
What is the biggest aviation museum in Northern Ireland?
By aircraft listed, Ulster Aviation Society (Maze Long Kesh), with 63 airframes in the gazetteer inventory.
Are there free aviation museums in Northern Ireland?
Yes: 1 museum admits adults free or for a donation, including Ulster Aviation Society (Maze Long Kesh).
Browse the full map on the Aviation Gazetteer, every type on charge in the Compendium, or free & donation museums.