Santa at the Museum

at RAF Manston History Museum
Ramsgate Available from Sat 5 Dec to Sun 6 Dec

Free gift for children

+ save with Family tickets!

Book RAF Manston History Museum tickets & meet Santa in Ramsgate!

Santa is touching down at RAF Manston History Museum! Gather your little aviation fans and head to Kent for a festive family visit combining a chance to meet Santa with historic aircraft, cockpits and fascinating aviation displays.

  • Meet Santa during a special festive weekend at RAF Manston History Museum
  • Explore an incredible collection of historic aircraft and aviation displays
  • Get up close to aircraft including the English Electric Lightning, SEPECAT Jaguar and Westland Wessex
  • Discover historic cockpits from aircraft including the Handley Page Victor and Blackburn Buccaneer
  • Explore fascinating displays covering decades of RAF and aviation history
  • Stop for breakfast, lunch, cake or a warming cuppa at the NAAFI Café

Meet Santa this Christmas at RAF Manston 

  • Dates: 5th & 6th December 2026 - for 2 days only!
  • Times: 10am - 4pm
  • Last Entry: 3.30pm
  • Suitable for: All ages!
  • Location: RAF Manston History Museum, 821 Manston Road, Ramsgate, Kent, CT12 5DF
  • Perfect For: Families looking for a festive day out with Santa, aircraft & aviation history

Meet Santa, visit Santa's Grotto, free gift & museum entry - included in your tickets!

  • Meet Santa: Add plenty of Christmas cheer to your museum visit with the chance for children to meet Santa
  • English Electric Lightning: See XR770, a former RAF Lightning F.6 which served with several RAF squadrons
  • SEPECAT Jaguar: Discover XZ106, which flew 35 missions during Operation Granby in the first Gulf War
  • Westland Wessex: See a helicopter representing the Search and Rescue aircraft that operated from Manston
  • Historic Cockpits: Get up close to cockpit sections from aircraft including the Handley Page Victor, Blackburn Buccaneer, Avro Vulcan and Panavia Tornado
  • Aviation History: Explore aircraft and displays taking you through different eras of British military aviation

The festive fun doesn't stop with Santa. Take time to explore RAF Manston History Museum and get up close to an impressive collection of historic aircraft, cockpits and military aviation displays.

When it's time to refuel, head to the NAAFI Café at RAF Manston History Museum. Grab a breakfast bap, tuck into a tasty lunch or warm up with a hot drink and a slice of cake.

Book Santa at RAF Manston History Museum and get ready for Santa, historic aircraft and a wonderfully different Christmas family day out in Kent!

Location

RAF Manston History Museum

Manston Rd,
Ramsgate,
Kent,
CT12 5DF
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How to find us

RAF Manston History Museum is located on Manston Road, Ramsgate, Kent, CT12 5DF.

  • By car: Use CT12 5DF for the museum. RAF Manston History Museum has its own car park on the taxiway off Manston Road when travelling towards Ramsgate. Do not use the neighbouring car park between RAF Manston History Museum and the Spitfire and Hurricane Museum.
  • By train: The museum is outside central Ramsgate, so visitors travelling by rail should plan an onward taxi or local transport connection before travelling.
  • By bus: Check current local bus services serving Manston Road and the Manston area before travelling.
  • By foot: RAF Manston History Museum is outside central Ramsgate and is not a practical central-town walking attraction, so plan your route before setting off.
Facilities
  • On-site museum car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible ramp between museum levels
  • Stairs with handrail
  • Museum shop and reception area
  • NAAFI Café opposite the museum entrance
  • Breakfast baps, lunches, cakes and hot drinks available in the café
  • Dedicated accessibility guidance available before visiting
  • Extensive indoor exhibits plus outdoor aircraft and exhibits
More Info
What do Santa at RAF Manston History Museum tickets include?

Santa at RAF Manston History Museum uses normal museum admission, giving visitors the opportunity to meet Santa and explore the museum and its available aircraft, cockpit and history displays during their visit.

When is Santa at RAF Manston History Museum taking place?

Santa at RAF Manston History Museum takes place on 5th and 6th December 2026 from 10am to 4pm. Last entry is at 3.30pm.

Is RAF Manston History Museum wheelchair accessible?

RAF Manston History Museum has a ramp with handrails providing access between its two main levels. The museum car park is approximately 175 metres from the entrance at its furthest point and the route includes a short uneven gravel path. The museum advises wheelchair users to take care on this section.

Does RAF Manston History Museum offer carer tickets? If so, how do I book a carer ticket?

Yes. RAF Manston History Museum currently lists carer admission at £4.

What age is RAF Manston History Museum suitable for?

RAF Manston History Museum is suitable for families, aviation enthusiasts and history fans of different ages. Children under 5 receive free general admission, with a maximum of three under-5s per paying adult.

Is there food and drink at RAF Manston History Museum?

Yes. The NAAFI Café is opposite the museum entrance and serves breakfast baps, lunches, cakes, hot drinks and traditional favourites including homemade bread pudding.

Is there parking at RAF Manston History Museum?

Yes. RAF Manston History Museum has its own car park on the taxiway off Manston Road when heading towards Ramsgate. Visitors should use the museum's own car park rather than the neighbouring car park between RAF Manston History Museum and the Spitfire and Hurricane Museum.

How long should I allow for RAF Manston History Museum?

RAF Manston History Museum does not publish a standard visit duration. The museum recommends last entry 45 minutes before closing, but visitors interested in the aircraft, cockpits and historical displays may wish to allow longer.

What do RAF Manston History Museum tickets include?

Standard admission gives you entry to RAF Manston History Museum and its aviation and historical exhibits, including aircraft, cockpit displays, exhibition rooms and outdoor displays available during your visit.

Are these the cheapest tickets for RAF Manston History Museum?

Yes, we guarantee price match or better. If you can find them cheaper, we want to match it so please get in touch here.

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