"There are a lot of varied and interesting exhibits."
"Brilliant museum well worth a visit. Lots to see here."
"Covers an immense range of aviation and space related subjects from the 1900s until present."
"Lots of interesting related aircraft and military items and displays good interactive items also."
"The aircraft-related exhibition is very attractive."
"Lots of very interesting exhibits, including the wreckage of the spent first stage Black Arrow rocket used to launch Britain's first satellite into orbit!"
"An interesting museum with a nice collection of aircraft, and examples of technology from the design and development of aviation, that is commonplace today."
Cons:
"Sure a few things aren't working."
"Kids got bored quite quickly and as all bar one of the simulators wasn't working there was a queue for that."
"You will struggle to be there any longer than 45 mins."
"The museum is more suited for someone serious in understanding the technology."
Volunteers and Staff
Pros:
"Volunteers are super friendly and helpful, their knowledge & detailed explanations definitely enriched our visit."
"Dedicated and incredibly knowledgeable volunteers."
"Talk to the amazing volunteers who actually researched and developed some of the incredible technologies developed at Farnborough."
"A really great museum with so many helpful volunteers we had a great experience today."
"The staff were so helpful and knowledgeable."
"Very knowledgeable and helpful staff who are all volunteering ex-servicemen!"
"The volunteers are all extremely knowledgeable and some even worked at events that the museum is exhibiting."
Cons:
"The only negative point I'd point out is the information is very informative and detailed and therefore not so easy to read."
Accessibility and Facilities
Pros:
"Well connected with the big city London, having 4 stations in close proximity all catering to visitors to the airshow, it's a no fuss day trip."
"Completely free admission and parking."
"It’s absolutely free with good parking."
"Free entry so please come and support this great place! Donations welcome!"
"It's free entry, all they ask is if you enjoy the museum please be kind enough to make a donation when you leave, we were very happy to do so."
"Free entry to museum with donations if you wish."
"Free to enter but worth a donation."
Cons:
"Parking is limited but you can park nearby."
"Refreshment facilities are limited to drinks and snacks, so plan for lunch elsewhere."
"Only has a tiny coffee shop."
Family and Educational Value
Pros:
"It was a great family day out."
"Lots for children to see and interact with."
"My nephew thoroughly enjoyed doing the flight simulation and landing at Heathrow."
"It was enjoyable for the kids."
"Great for almost all age groups."
"Highly recommended for family with young kids, specially for stimulation game."
"Brilliant day out with kids."
Cons:
"This museum is more appealing to a serious student/researcher rather than the usual layman crowd."