Stoneykirk Aviation Museum - Explore Cold War Aviation History

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Discover the rich legacy of Cold War aviation at Stoneykirk Aviation Museum.Experience authentic British military aircraft cockpits and unique artifacts that tell the story of a pivotal era in British aviation history.We are the only museum in the world where you can see a B1 Vulcan. XA903 is famed for testing the engine for Concorde.Plan your visit today and step back in time.

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Next Open Sunday 24th May 2026

Stoneykirk Aviation Museum is located about 10 miles south of Stranraer. This small museum provides a fascinating insight into the golden age of British aviation. The emphasis of the museum is to show the technology of cold war military aviation - something that most aviation museums skirt around. The museum has a selection of restored aircraft cockpits.Relax in the Blue Skies Cafe serving tea/coffee and cake/tray bakes.

BAE Systems Tornado Simulator restored as a GR4

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Caption reads, "Santa Claus in aeroplane." Unknown photographer, c.1921 (@libraryofcongress). Remastered by Jordan J. Lloyd (@unseenhistories). Library of Congress Prints and Photographs Division Washington, D.C. 20540 USA https://www.loc.gov/resource/npcc.21703/ – See the entire gallery on Unseen Histories at https://www.unseenhistories.com/a-very-american-santa-claus

U. S. Air Force C-130 Cargomaster taxiing at South Pole Station. 

This was unlike any world I’d experienced up until this point. Black volcanic sand stretched out in every direction further than the eye could see, whilst horizontal snow and strong winds blasted in off the cold ocean. After walking for forty minutes in this isolated, lonely landscape void of any features – just black land, white sky – a shape began to appear out of the bleak and alien landscape.

small orange aircraft waiting on airport tarmac next to runway

I went to see my dad a few months ago and he lives near Edwards Air Force Base. After he went to bed I decided to go out and shoot the stars since it was such a nice night. I checked Google Maps for some spots and ended up with this little gem!  I’m on IG @bryangoffphoto Stop by and say hi!

We are open on selected Sundays between March &amp; October - see below for a list of open days for 2026.We open at 10am and close at 4pm (last entry 3pm)Toilet facilities - Free parkingAdults £6 - Children 5-16 £3.50 - Under 5 free--------------------------------We are located between Stoneykirk and Sandhead, about 10 miles south of Stranraer, SW Scotland, UKOur address is:Mid Cairngarroch Croft, Stoneykirk, Stranraer, DG9 9EHWe are on Google Maps, and our what3words are <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://what3words.com/bands.flopping.quitter?myaddress=true">///bands.flopping.quitter</a>--------------------------------OPEN DATES FOR 2026 May 24 June 7, 14, 28 July 12, 26 Aug 2, 9, 23, 30 Sept 13, 27 Oct 4, 11, 18--------------------------------

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A model of the Focke Wulf 189 in 1:72 scale from the ICM-kit with camouflage for Finland.

The Fw 189 "Uhu" was a three-seat close-up reconnaissance aircraft of the German Air Force. It was mostly used on the Eastern Front and was very popular with the crews as an adaptable, agile and robust aircraft. With its defensive armament, it had a good chance even in direct confrontation with Soviet fighters. (Wikipedia)


From the East (A75)<ul><li>Heading West towards Stranraer on the A75; you will pass the town of Glenluce on the right hand side whilst going down a long steep section of road. About half a mile from Glenluce take the turning to the left signposted Portpatrick B7084 (A77) and Drumore (A716). This turning is immediately before the overtaking lane starts.</li><li>Stay on this road. After 3.6 miles turn left. Signposted to Sandhead, Drumore A7084 (A716) and MOD West Freugh.</li><li>Stay on this road for 3.6 miles. At the T junction, turn left - signposted to Drumore, Sandhead, A716.</li><li>After 0.8 miles, opposite the Sandhead junction, turn right, signposted Portpatrick B7042.</li><li>After 0.4 miles, turn left. There are no signposts on this junction. Follow this road for 2.1 miles, and look for the house on the right, set back from the road by 200 yards. Do not turn into Cairngarroch Farm, we are are about 200 metres further along the road. There is a stone plaque at the top of the drive (track to the house) with the name 'Mid-Cairngarroch Croft' and a museum sign on the track. If you come to a crossroads, you have gone 300 yards past us.</li></ul> From the North (Stranraer)<ul><li>From Stranraer, take the A77 (Portpatrick Road). The A77 turns into the A716 (to Drummore). Stay on the A716 passing through Stoneykirk heading to Sandhead. DO NOT TURN RIGHT IN STONEYKIRK.</li><li>About 2 miles later, at the Sandhead junction, turn right, signposted Portpatrick B7042.</li><li>After 0.4 miles, turn left. There are no signposts on this junction. Follow this road for 2.1 miles, and look for the house on the right, set back from the road by 200 yards. Do not turn into Cairngarroch Farm, we are are about 200 metres further along the road. There is a stone plaque at the top of the drive (track to the house) with the name 'Mid-Cairngarroch Croft' and a museum sign on the track. If you come to a crossroads, you have gone 300 yards past us.</li></ul> From Portpatrick<ul><li>From the memorial at the top of Portpatrick, take the A77 (Stranraer Road )</li><li>Follow this road for 1.6 miles and then turn right, signposted Sandhead B7042</li><li>Follow this road for 1.6 miles and then turn right, signposted Ardwell 8, Meoul</li><li>Follow this road for 3.1 miles and turn left at the cross-roads. There are no signs on this junction.</li><li>Follow this road for about 300m, and look for the house on the left (with solar panels on the side of the barn), set back from the road by 200 yards. There is a stone plaque at the top of the track to the house with the name 'Mid-Cairngarroch Croft' and a museum sign on the track.</li></ul>NOTEOur post code area is pretty big. If you rely on your satnav + postcode, it may take you to the centre of the post code area which is about 0.75 miles out. There are unpassable farm tracks on some satnavs. We suggest you use the above directions with your satnav as a backup.

Next Open Sunday 24th May 2026

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