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Brooklands Museum

Tourist attraction Museum Historical landmark

One of the Best Places To Visits in Elmbridge


Address

Brooklands Dr, Weybridge KT13 0SL, United Kingdom

Website

www.brooklandsmuseum.com

Contact

+44 1932 857381

Rating on Google Maps

4.80 (6.7K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: 10 AM to 4 PM
  • Friday: 10 AM to 4 PM
  • Saturday: 10 AM to 4 PM
  • Sunday: 10 AM to 4 PM
  • Monday: 10 AM to 4 PM
  • Tuesday: 10 AM to 4 PM
  • Wednesday: 10 AM to 4 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: museum (73) cars (49) history (46) visit (42) Concorde (40) volunteers (39) experience (36) planes (36) aircraft (34) staff (34)
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  • 5/5 Matt de N. 2 years ago on Google
    Great experience for a car fan and there’s plenty to learn for bike and bus enthusiasts as well. Lots about the history of Brooklands from its racing to aviation and wartime history. You can take about 2 hours for the museum, follow the numbers on the guide and don’t forget to step inside the planes! Also the London Bus museum (which offers free entry if you’ve bought a Brooklands ticket) is well worth a 20min stop for the casual visitor (and more if you’re a bus fan!)
    8 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 M BJCK O. 1 year ago on Google
    Very interesting museum visit not only for the Concorde and various aircraft history, but also motor racing. The volunteer staff was excellent and there was no rush to see anything. I was allowed to enter all aircraft and take pictures at my own pace, even some of the cockpits. Guidance was available at any time if needed. I also forgot my bag and it was returned promptly. The Concorde Experience is definitely worth it if you visit. Not only is the guide excellent, but you also get to experience a simulation flight with all displays working! London transport museum nearby also worth a visit since it is included in ticket price. Reasonable walk from train station with great scenery. Definitely recommend a visit very early morning on weekends as there are barely any people. Enjoy and remember to be respectful to the heritage!
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 chiangmaicharlies 3 years ago on Google
    Brooklands Museum is situated west of London and is very modern and clean place for a visit, with many attractions and a good shop. And it's free! A great place for a half day visit - or longer if you're in for a test drive, or virtual race/ A wealth of Mercedes cars to view, helped by friendly staff. Regular film shows in a lovely small cinema. Even more to experience if you're a Lewis Hamilton fan. Highly recommended, and did I tell you? IT'S FREE!
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Fleakeeper87 1 year ago on Google
    We visited here recently as my son and I are mad about cars and we were in the area. There is loads to look at and the staff were absolutely excellent, one of the best customer experiences I’ve had in a long time! When we visited unbeknownst to us there was an event on which was a lovely surprise! Lots of old cars, stalls and food trucks about. There was even two lovely ladies role playing as racing drivers and they took the time out to stop and chat with my son! The highlight of it all though was the lovely gentleman that let my son sit in the Senna MP4/6. He also chatted to me about the car and it’s history and as a massive Senna fan I really appreciated it. Thank you all for an awesome day out!
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Ian W. 1 year ago on Google
    The museum itself has some really interesting vehicles and charts the history of the location well, although is very disjointed and you need to work out the various bits to visit. The downside.of this museum is it's customer focus and experience or the very lack of it! The staff although most are volunteers, really do need to up their happiness and engagement with the paying visitor. A hello or good morning/afternoon back from them wouldn't hurt them and would go a long way to make the customer feel welcome. The people of the Trust in the white suits just plainly ignore when greeted unless they obviously know the person well, it's as if they look down their noses, especially the guy in the safari hat! The catering staff inside the main building, well, they just don't offer service at all, but the young ladies working on the outside catering area were very pleasant and friendly. The volunteers to the bus museum, now they knew how to be friendly and welcoming with a smile, would be good for the Brooklands part to go and learn from them
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Justin R. 2 months ago on Google • 666 reviews New
    A lovely holiday into the transport past, with unique planes, busses, and cars adding special power to the rich history of the Brooklands site. A veritable army of volunteers stands ready to provide stories and data at every turn, lending the objects and spaces a human touch. Quite thrilling to climb aboard the vehicles and walk into the planes. The timed tickets for the Concord are worth the price. The cafe gets busy; ask for dressing for the salad.

  • 5/5 Callum T. 3 years ago on Google
    My first time to Brookland museum and I urge everyone to go and see the fantastic collections they have. Cars, buses, planes, inside and out. Some gems to find and gawp at. Currently they have good social distancing measures as well as antibacterial in near enough every shed you go into. Each exhibit is manned by a volunteer and they are all super friendly. Only small interactive attractions are not available, otherwise is business as usual. Some one way systems in place too. As there is a limited number of people can enter the premises, it is quieter with less queues for food too.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 F1 O. 2 years ago on Google
    This place for me is easily getting a 5 star and anyone who gives it less then that honestly I don’t see why or how??? Firstly £17 entry! That’s decent and fairly cheap and let’s not forget how many exhibits they have on site which is a ton from vintage cars to the most modern of sports cars to some classic war planes and again to even some more recent ones! Also the old brooklands track is still there to see which has a very cool steep banking! And furthermore the is a London Bus museum on site which you can check out completely free! Plus they do bus tours/rides kinda of the town of working and yeah that’s literally not kidding a very cool 😎 trip on a old route master or whatever it is. But it’s a real travel almost back in time I’d say and if I’m being honest with Benz world across the road from me or from Brooklands the museum and having seen the two within last 2 of 3 days the big question is that which one do I prefer? Benz world or Brooklands? Put it this way they both have a lot to do but if I could only pick one to explore again! It’d have to be Brooklands! The staff there are more I found at least knowledgeable of what they’re talking about and the history of the surrounding area and more friendly people I found! That’s not to say I found Mercedes Benz world bad or anything but I do think Brooklands tops it for me given that’s the area it originally was and that they have more heritage at the site. And I can see why this museum is world famous like was described to me by many.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alan A. 1 year ago on Google
    A really interesting place that is ideal for car, plane and speed enthusiasts. Plenty to see and do and the staff are very informative and knowledgeable. We didn't get to see and do everything there and didn't use the cafe as we took a picnic. Certainly worth a visit.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Iain W. 2 months ago on Google • 440 reviews New
    Excellent transport museum with the main focus being the exceptional BA Concorde. The staff are all extremely helpful and knowledgeable and their enthusiasm shines through when talking about the exhibits. The Concorde experience us an additional £6 ( I think?) but is a must do and our guide, Karl was so good, again having a passion for the job is key. Definitely recommend it and probably not our last visit.

  • 4/5 Karl V. 7 months ago on Google • 181 reviews
    A really interesting museum. Lots to see including old and new cars, aeroplanes which you can go onto and explore, a bus depot with more vehicles you can enter and you can still see part of the fascinating Brooklands race track. We went on the American car day and it made it even better as there was so many amazing vehicles to look at. Well worth a visit. The food is average and the usual expensive day out prices so it might be worth taking your own lunch.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Iain G. 2 months ago on Google • 339 reviews New
    First time visiting and really enjoyed it. My girls and I spent 4.5hrs here looking at the cars, planes and history including one of two complete wellington bombers! If you want to go on Concorde it's an extra ticket which is a shame but you can walk under it which is great. The cafe has good food, not big so does get busy. As an acoustician I'd have loved to look inside the acoustics lab as this is a piece of acoustics history within aviation and there will be many like me wanting to see it.

  • 5/5 Carol B. 4 years ago on Google
    One of the best transport museums that I have visited. Beautifully restored and maintained exhibits. A must for young and old alike. There are many exhibits that you are allowed to sit on/ go into which makes it very exciting for younger children. Knowledgeable guides on hand to answer your questions and give a wealth of knowledge. Simulators for the Red Devil’s, F1 racing and the Concord. The highlight of the day was to get “ the Concord experience “. For £5 you get your boarding pass and board the bus that used to take passengers to the plane. (The bus doesn’t physically take you to the plane, you walk to it.) You board the plane and watch a video showing different things about the Concord. The guide was very informative and at the end you received a ‘flight’ certificate. Well stocked, reasonably priced gift shop. Restaurant available. Plan to spend at least 4 hours here and that will probably still not be enough.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 MikeHt1000 2 years ago on Google
    Great day out. Something for everyone. Cars, bikes, planes buses and concorde. Some of the exhibits seem a bit random but none the less entertaining, for anyone who has a past. The oldest purpose built race track in the world combined with an astonishing history off flight. Money well spent.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Gareth T. 2 years ago on Google
    This is one of those old-skool places that needs to be visited & supported. Even if you’re not that into cars & racing it’s a nice place to come for a day out especially if you have young kids as there is the bus museum and planes to be enjoyed. Not only that but you can pop on over to Mercedes after and enjoy that. The bar is members only or you need to be with/invited by a member. A nice dining experience, although the hospitality manager could have a better attitude! Obviously there are toilet facilities on site including the old racing driver urinals which is interesting to see!! I would visit when there is a car show of some description on as then you get more for your entrance fee. Ice creams and other refreshments were available on the day I went.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Carl H. 2 years ago on Google
    I came for the aviation exhibits but was impressed by the entire museum. Almost every exhibit has a few volunteers willing to share the history of the plane, how it was used and how they restored it here. A lovely museum staffed by enthusiastic people willing to share their knowledge with every visitor. Going on the Concorde was well worth the extra cost.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Daniel K. 1 year ago on Google
    Living history in this fabulous museum. The world's first ever motor racing track, the home of British aviation. This wonderful museum appeals to all ages. There is so much to do, a remarkable collection of cars, planes, bikes, motorcycles, and busses. This place played a vital role in World War Two. The Brooklands story is amazing, and I hope this museum will last forever. Free parking.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Gav P. 1 year ago on Google
    Wow ...such an amazing, interactive experience. You see 'Museum' ....these guys change the perception round. The wealth of knowledge and real-life stories coming from the staff was un real. These guys are volunteers and do this for the love of the subject .....Speed and travel. I was taken during an out of season day where there were fewer people. There was still not enough time in an entire day to fit everything in. So many great experiences crammed into an amazing back drop location.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Anthony C. 8 months ago on Google
    Awesome museum. Volunteers are so friendly and unbelievably knowledgeable. Well worth the admission spent 3 hours walking around before having some food from the cafe which is reasonably priced and great quality. Highly recommend for anyone who likes planes, cars, motorbikes or buses.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rob Q. 2 months ago on Google • 227 reviews New
    Amazing place for literally everyone.. All the staff (paid and volunteers) are simply awesome and so passionate about this place and the history of Aviation and the incredible huge fleet of planes... My 6 year old wants to go back tomorrow! #BeyondExpectation

  • 5/5 Simon C. 2 months ago on Google • 6 reviews New
    Great experience! Wonderful day out! I was at Brooklands for the VSCC Driving Tests. But I also visited the Museum, explored several of the static aeroplanes and the Bus Museum and, finally, the hanger of the Vickers aircraft manufacturing exhibition. All very splendid and enjoyable!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Aneta A. 3 years ago on Google
    Wow. Awesome place. For big and small humans. Defo will be back. And cafe is very allergy friendly. Gluten free cake selection just top up the experience
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 The Battlefield S. 3 years ago on Google
    A very nostalgic rip to years gone by. Every one of the volunteer staff exudes a huge amount of pride and enthusiasm for the place. Exhibits were good and it was a privilege to get inside of the first built Concorde.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Marc M. 3 years ago on Google
    WOW. Only just found out about this place two weeks ago. Loads of history and the volunteers are amazing. They know so much and they were so friendly and so willing to help up out.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ray C. 2 years ago on Google
    We had a great day out with our toddler who is obsessed with all cars and planes! It was a special mini event on the Sunday we went which made it even more fun. We liked it so much that we have bought a years membership as couldn't get round everything in a day. Staff are really friendly and everything felt nice and safe in these covid times.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Terri S. 2 years ago on Google
    Absolutely brilliant museum, would appeal to a wide range of people. Nice family day out. Really enjoyed going on Concorde, well worth the extra cost.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Michael C. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing museum full of British aviation history
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  • 5/5 Fred 1 year ago on Google
    What an amazing place for all the family, young and old. Everything to see from vintage bicycles to Concorde. We spent 5 hours looking around and still more to see. If you liked speed then this is a place for you.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tim C. 1 year ago on Google
    Perfect balance of industrial vibe and technological wonder. It's one of those places where you think it will be an OK-ish day out but surprises you by being brilliant. Don't skip the Concorde tour - It stupidly made feel very special and topped up by awe levels of this incredible machine. 10 out of 10. Even the coffee was excellent better than Starbucks and the other chains. Enjoy the day or better still 2 days if you can.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Iain K. 1 year ago on Google
    I suspect a relatively quiet weekday isn't the best time to visit. The Concorde experience is good value, the people can add so much to the museum experience. I suspect at weekends there will be more volunteers present and more activity to bring things to live and engage with visitors.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 MGman100 1 year ago on Google
    A great museum in a fantastic period setting with what remains of the original racetrack visible. A fantastic walk through the history of racing and production of aircraft on the site. Great cars, great bikes and some really interesting aircraft. Some very knowledgeable volunteers made the experience even more enjoyable.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Chriss N. 1 year ago on Google
    Soooo many things to see. Really needed the whole day to take it all in. The volunteers were amazing and so knowledgeable. They welcomed and encouraged questions. Fascinating stuff from planes to bikes to vintages cars etc. Food on site was great.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Martijn 1 year ago on Google
    An expensive, magical yet slightly disappointing experience. I want to say that it's very clear that the variety of enthusiastic and hugely knowledgeable volunteers at the Brooklands museum are all absolute stars, and I understand things cost money to maintain. However, I was expecting the historical vehicles and exhibits to be clean and to some extent, preserved, but that's not the case at the time I visited. The aircraft are rotting away, and visibly disintegrating - water leaks, mould etc. It was still a memorable experience, but paying the high entry fee (in my opinion) I would have expected to see the vehicles being better presented and preserved.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Edward P. 10 months ago on Google
    A fantastic sensory experience showcasing the long and diverse history of Brooklands as the home of British motor racing, wartime contribution and aviation industry hub. A wide display of racing automobiles, aircraft and static displays on view. Concorde exhibit is highly recommended and either should be booked in advance or early on the day. Well marshalled and guided by many friendly volunteers including Rod and Colin. Highly recommended!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 B W. 10 months ago on Google
    Excellent day out for the family. The staff are very knowledgeable, and they're are mostly volunteers with a passion for the museum. Brilliant place to visit
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Dave C. 8 months ago on Google
    I'm a fan of this sort of thing, cars, engineering etc. I thought entry price was a little steep and then a further charge for the Concorde experience a bit too much to swallow. That said, a lot of decent exhibits and a good bus museum too. Didn't eat there so can't comment about the cafe. Lovely to walk a stretch of the old banked racing circuit, very evocative.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jamie C. 8 months ago on Google
    Brooklands is a great place to visit, with so much history spanning several areas of interest, one visit probably isn’t enough! We went on a sunny Sunday afternoon during the summer holidays. Parking was easy and only a short walk to the entry gates. There were no queues at this time (around 1pm) and were able to get straight into the museum with minimal delay. With old F1, land speed cars, civil and military aviation and the separate bus museum all together, there is plenty to see and do, all in a great condition and with many volunteers all willing to share their knowledge on the exhibits it’s a great place to visit. I think the additional cost to go in the Concord is a bit much given the cost of entry but I would imagine it’s probably not the cheapest thing to maintain… We didn’t go on it on this occasion mainly due to cost but also because one of our group had had enough of going on planes at this point. One for next time! There is a nice cafe on site serving hot and cold food, coffee, Ice-cream etc. it’s a bit pricey but good for a pit stop…
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kate M. 7 months ago on Google
    Great experience walking around admiring the vintage cars, planes or new. Super fun day out. Easy to get to and staff super friendly and helpful. Highly recommending
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Shellie A. 7 months ago on Google
    Fantastic day out - for adults as well as kids! Loads to do and the cafe has great choices. The volunteers are so informative with so much knowledge. The concorde tour is a must.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Victor C. 4 months ago on Google
    Right, then. After the disenchanting escapade at Mercedes World, our intrepid visitor traipsed over to the Brooklands Museum, a hop and a skip away, to soak in some real automotive and aeronautical history. Brooklands, a name that resonates with the thunderous echoes of Britain's motoring and aviation heritage, was the world's first purpose-built motor racing circuit, established in 1907. This hallowed ground birthed British motorsport, then became an aviation design and testing trailblazer, and saw over 18,000 aircraft of nearly 260 types take flight from its grounds between 1908 and 1987​​. During the war years, Brooklands was a beehive of activity. It played a pivotal role in flying training both before and between the World Wars and was a vital cog in the British aircraft industry. Post-war, companies like Vickers and British Aerospace continued this legacy of innovation​​. The site's transformation into a museum showcases an awe-inspiring array of motoring and aviation exhibits, including the legendary Concorde and other storied aircraft like the Vickers Viscount and the Vanguard​​​​. What really sets the Brooklands Museum apart is not just the exhibits themselves, but the stories they tell and the people who tell them. Our visitor, a self-professed non-museum goer, was swept up in the passion and knowledge of the volunteers. The Concorde, a marvel of engineering and a symbol of a bygone era of luxury air travel, wasn't just a static display; it was being lovingly maintained and even improved upon by a group of former engineers, a testament to the enduring legacy of these machines​​. This isn't just a museum; it's a living, breathing homage to Britain's rich history in motor racing and aviation. From airworthy replicas of pioneering aircraft to exhibitions that breathe life into the stories of the past, Brooklands is a time capsule of human ingenuity and determination​​​​​​. The experience of wandering these halls, where history is palpable, is far from the lackluster tour of Mercedes World. It's an enlightening journey that offers far more than just a glimpse into the past; it's a dive into the heart of British motoring and aviation legacy. So, in summary, while Mercedes World may have been a bit of a damp squib, Brooklands Museum emerges as a gleaming beacon of historical fascination, proving that sometimes, the best experiences come when you least expect them. It's not just about old cars and planes; it's about the spirit of an era that dared to dream big and soar even higher. And that, my friends, is something truly worth every pound spent.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jernej B. 4 months ago on Google • 5 reviews
    I was suprised about the history of this place. Came here for the Concorde experience which was outstanding and it is really nice to see and walk inside this aircraft. The people working there are amazing, they are full of knowledge and they share it very good. If you are planning to visit it it one of the best museums.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Liam H. 2 months ago on Google • 54 reviews New
    Loved our day here, volunteers were all very knowledgeable, passionate and friendly, and really made our day, most had experience working on the aircraft or as engineers. Lots to do, and very interactive so could get into planes and cars, plus a large selection of buses. Concorde experience definitely worth it

  • 5/5 Gary C. 3 months ago on Google • 34 reviews New
    New Year's Day classic car event, great to see so many lovely old cars. A huge mix of all sorts, made me smile reminiscing about my younger days and seeing some that my Dad had owned when I was a kid ☺️😎

  • 5/5 Simon M. 5 months ago on Google • 30 reviews
    Fantastic museum. Steeped in history from racing to aircraft production, the volunteers are amazing and greeted everyone in each building or hall and explained their part of the experience. The Concorde experience is well worth booking in advance as well. Thanks to Sam in the Vickers Viscount today for the chat, good to meet you!

  • 5/5 Jesse w. 3 years ago on Google
    Awesome family day out, bundles to see and do. Fairly extensive free car parking outside. Lots of historical motor racing stuff cars, bikes etc. A large collection of busses and aircraft outside which you climb aboard and sit in. The Wellington bomber that was found at Loch Ness on display. Endless fun. Concorde on display, an additional fee to have a guided tour. Very helpful staff. Lots of gifts to buy too.

  • 5/5 Kelly B. 3 years ago on Google
    If you can, go outside of school holidays! It was wonderfully calm, plenty of space to see and read. Live vehicle demonstration was exciting and a chance to walk down part of the track. Aeroplanes outside have a brilliant display and allow you to get some real perspective of their size, including Concorde. Great day out, spent approx 4 hours in the museum.

  • 5/5 Woodzie89 3 years ago on Google
    Really good vintage museum. Lots of vehicles to look at. Cars, bikes, aircraft and buses. Would definitely recommend looking at the old race track to get a perspective of the incline on the curve. Family friendly. Great for all ages.

  • 4/5 Nick W. 3 years ago on Google
    Really good day out lots to see but due to covid-19 many hands on stuff has been closed. Wheelchair access is really good as long as there lift is working otherwise you will get stuck like I did.

  • 4/5 Richard D. 3 years ago on Google
    Could be really good, however, Covid 19 means you cannot enter most of the aircraft located outdoors apart from Concorde if you pay the tour supplement on booking. Lots to see indoors, we went to view the inside of the aircraft but as restrictions apply, you cannot. We will go back went Covid restrictions no longer apply.

  • 4/5 Dave S. 3 years ago on Google
    Automotive exhibits good, aircraft side of things a bit tired and in need of tlc.

  • 5/5 david t. 3 years ago on Google
    Best day out for a long time. Mostly motoring/racing museum but some flight exhibitions too.

  • 5/5 Tami R. 3 years ago on Google
    Amazing place, resting place of Concord.

  • 5/5 Alastair B. 3 years ago on Google
    Very interesting museum and the volunteers were amazing and very insightful

  • 5/5 Paul B. 3 years ago on Google
    Fantastic place if you love classic cars bikes buses. Aeroplanes. Great British history.

  • 5/5 Rob S. 3 years ago on Google
    Brilliant place and a wonderful collection of aircraft and vintage cars. Very chatty and knowledgeable staff, exhibition presented really well even with the necessary Covid restrictions. We will definitely visit again!

  • 5/5 Time P. 3 years ago on Google
    All types of Boeings, vehicles to see there

  • 5/5 Jimmy K. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice building

  • 5/5 Andy F. 3 years ago on Google
    Great to see so much the great 'stuff' GB used to manufacture (and still should!!) Very sad in many ways (thank you thatcher!)

  • 5/5 Martin G. 3 years ago on Google
    Great to see the Museum open during the summer and managing social Distancing well.

  • 5/5 Thomas O. 3 years ago on Google
    Lots of things to see and do, and well maintained museum

  • 5/5 brian h. 3 years ago on Google
    Thoroughly enjoyed the whole day. Worst bit was walk back from the factory to the main entrance. Maybe a buggy service could be considered for us old'uns? We will return next year.

  • 5/5 Kevin C. 3 years ago on Google
    Excellent (apart from none of the aircraft were accessible, due to COVID). Great place though. Very interesting and enlightening. Thought it was 'just a record breaking racetrack'.

  • 5/5 Mika J. 3 years ago on Google
    love it. such an amazing place. feels like home, but with airplanes, race cars and motor bikes...

  • 5/5 pegersis audit a. 3 years ago on Google
    Very good people was nice be going back in the summer definitely

  • 4/5 Guy H. 3 years ago on Google
    Lots to see and do on such a historic site. A must for petrolheads!

  • 5/5 Michelle S. 3 years ago on Google
    Loved this despite the rain, volunteers very knowledgeable and friendly, good family day out

  • 5/5 Chris B. 3 years ago on Google
    You just land in another place, at another time

  • 5/5 Paul P. 3 years ago on Google
    What a place! Don’t make the same mistake we did though and arrive later in the day thinking you will have plenty of time to see and do everything, there was so much to do that we ran out of time. The Concorde tour, even the revised tour under COVID restrictions is well worth doing and excellent value for money. On our Concorde tour there were 6 people and we were split into 2 groups as per our households. Our tour guide was very knowledgable on Concorde and the tour was in no way rushed. Everywhere was being regularly cleaned because we are currently in COVID-19 at the time of writing, and the staff and volunteers were all helpful and friendly. I would personally recommend a visit, just leave enough time for your visit and don’t leave it too long like we did. The cafe was good, with a good range of food and drinks on offer and all well priced.

  • 5/5 Mike P. 3 years ago on Google
    Good exhibits especially the cars going there demonstration. Concord was great also. Staff very knowledgeable.

  • 5/5 Stephanie B. 3 years ago on Google
    What a brilliant museum. So much to see in the original sheds and buildings. We visited during October half term and there was hardly anyone there (probably helped by covid restrictions). The staff were all informative and friendly. We watched the vehicle demonstration up the finishing straight which was great. Hearing the noise of the engines! Unfortunately we couldn't hear the commentary at all from the speakers with the engines running and it was pretty quiet even when the engines were quiet. We were standing right near the bottom where the man with the mic was - maybe the speakers were better further up. To be able to walk round the planes and buses getting really close was fab. A little disappointing to not be able to get on them (just one plane could look in the door)... All the interactive parts of displays in the workshops and aircraft hangars were closed... But I haven't deducted a star as its just the problem with covid restrictions at the moment. Hopefully the museum can either lift these closures or find a way to bring interactive features back in some way. Great day out. We got there at 11am and didn't leave til 3pm. There was plenty of space for my 4yr old to wander about and see everything as well as run off some steam. We took a picnic and there was good amount of picnic tables to eat at. The cafe food looked and smelt delicious though - and looked reasonably priced too. We had some hot drinks and it was so nice to get proper barista hot chocolate.

  • 2/5 Anne. M. 3 years ago on Google
    Very disapointed... I booked two tickets just before the lockdown so we visited the museum six months later. However, all the interactive part is not accessible.. I think it is not fair to ask for the same price ticket when so many parts of the museum are not accessible. They should al least let us know in avance almost half of the museum will be closed and propose a refund as an alternative.

  • 5/5 Adrian R. 3 years ago on Google
    Plenty to see for a full day out. Planes, push bikes, motorbikes, cars and buses.

  • 5/5 thehomefront 3 years ago on Google
    What a great place, the volunteers are really helpful and are full of information on the history of the place, highly recommend it.

  • 5/5 matthew p. 3 years ago on Google
    This place is the core of our heritage on the motor and aviation industry... full of interesting motor vehicles and airplanes friendly staff that interact with the public to educate and demonstrate the museum pieces

  • 4/5 Josue Torres A. 3 years ago on Google
    Great museum, there are plenty of things to see here and it is totally family friendly. Shame that most of the activities were closed due to Covid-19.

  • 5/5 Fleur W. 3 years ago on Google
    3rd time at the museum, a lovely day out and all the volunteers are very knowledgeable & friendly

  • 5/5 CharlieKMQ 3 years ago on Google
    Everyone very helpful and knowledgeable, lots of interesting exhibits, and the food in the cafe excellent

  • 4/5 VIVAndalusia V. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice museum - back in time (Original) Leuk museum - terug in de tijd

  • 5/5 Igor S. 3 years ago on Google
    Superb day out. All in one cars planes and double deckers

  • 5/5 Julian R. 3 years ago on Google
    Expensive but a great day out. Book early if you want to go on the Concorde, it gets booked up quick.

  • 5/5 Les S. 3 years ago on Google
    Excellent museum with plenty of information. Very friendly staff with good attention to coronavirus guidelines.

  • 4/5 Chris S. 3 years ago on Google
    Great day out. Brooklands is suffering like most attractions and is working hard to put on as much as possible for visitors. A largely volunteer service team enforces social distancing with good charm and knowledge. Will definitely return when it becomes fully open.

  • 5/5 Moto R. 3 years ago on Google
    Even with interactive attractions currently unavailable it is still a very interesting place well worth visiting.

  • 5/5 Derek W. 3 years ago on Google
    Brilliantly place to go . If there is a special event on ,it is done really good .eg motoball.

  • 5/5 Barrie R. 2 years ago on Google
    Brilliant museum, great venue for our furniture show. Great location. Fantastic exhibits and super friendly helpers.

  • 5/5 pallydo81 2 years ago on Google
    Fantastic place if you love motorsport history and aeronautical engineering history. They have a Concord to board and experience a mock take off. The Bus museum on site is great and there is the London bus tour around the town. A good day out for the family.

  • 5/5 Simon W. 2 years ago on Google
    Great museum, far more here than expected cars/ planes/ race track and stratospheric chamber. If staff are available there is the opportunity to sit in some aircraft. All staff are very welcoming as you enter each exhibition and will ask if you have been before and if not will give you a quick run down of what you are about to see.

  • 5/5 Mark T. 2 years ago on Google
    Excellent nostalgic family day out. Something for adults and children alike. Volunteers are highly knowledgeable, friendly and take pride in the exhibits.

  • 5/5 Lisa 2 years ago on Google
    A real nostalgia trip. Friendly, passionate and knowledgeable staff. Amazing things to see both big and small. Fab place. Attended for a wedding party. Had a great time.

  • 5/5 Ian S. 2 years ago on Google
    Excellent Museum great for kids and adults alike plenty to see you need at least 3 hours to take it all in. Staff were excellent very knowledgeable and helpful can highly recommend this museum.Just a note sat Nov code will take you to the wrong gate, instead follow the brown signs for the car park.

  • 5/5 Ian P. 2 years ago on Google
    A fantastic museum, lots of vintage cars, motor bikes, old commercial airplanes, bicycles, racing cars, the staff we friendly and knowledgeable, small cafe serving hot and cold drinks and snacks, well worth the entrance fee, would recommend a visit.

  • 5/5 Keir F. 2 years ago on Google
    Always a great day out, but only if you're into buses, planes, cars, and motorbikes. The volunteers are always knowledgeable and friendly and there is always lots to see and do. Well worth a visit.

  • 5/5 Mike S. 2 years ago on Google
    Very interesting collection of vehicles and a yeam of great enthusiastic staff and knowledgeable volunteers who ensure you know the ins and outs of the exhibits. Well worth a visit

  • 5/5 Jen A. 2 years ago on Google
    Excellent museum, we ran out of time to see everything, even arriving straight after lunch. Our 4 and 6 year old loved the bus hall and the bus ride, plus getting to go inside the airplanes. Fascinating displays of historic planes and their construction. Only got to see some of the cars, will be back!

  • 5/5 Miller W. 2 years ago on Google
    Brilliant museum of aviation, buses and motor racing. Engineering in general. I was lucky to chat to one of the volunteers who so passionately told the tale of the site. True passion and care. A must visit.

  • 5/5 Simon B. 2 years ago on Google
    Great place, loads of history, very friendly staff/volunteers with deep knowledge of exhibits.

  • 5/5 Zizi S. 2 years ago on Google
    This is a heritage sight steeped with UK transport history, you will find all types of vehicles and aeroplanes including the concord, kids will have the chance to play with the stimulators, I strongly recommend it's an amazing place to visit for all members of the family especially teenagers .

  • 5/5 Lewis F. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing volunteers and exhibits!!! So came back 4 years after initially visiting for a work visit. Glad I came back. Paid for the concorde tour and while it was fairly quick definitely felt good value for money. The gents running the tour were very passionate and professional and you get a certificate and boarding pass which is a nice touch. Concorde is definitely the centrepiece of an amazing collection here. I could make this review too long if not careful I'll try and sum it up though. The historical banking of the world first purpose built racing circuit is itself an amazing peice of history. The aircraft collection both inside and outside are varied well looked after and really interesting. The volunteers really made it for me, from taking time out of restoring an aircraft to give me a 1-1 tour inside to also letting me sit inside the harrier in one of the hangars. The passion for aviation and Motorsport history really shines through these people. They are so knowledgeable. I also got down around the massive windtunnel/pressure testing facility which is probably an underappreciated gem here. If they can get any form of recognition please give it to them!!!! Also a shout-out to the staff there as well on very welcoming and professional too. Overall a fantastic day I tried my best to see most things but had to leave at 3pm being there from 10am probably would have been able to do the bus museum in the last hour which sadly I didn't have time to see. Definitely worth a visit expecially with shows on TV recently documenting some of the amazit things here. Was a bit chilly In some of the hangars this time of year wrap up because if your standing or reading things it gets cold haha again hats off to the volunteers for standing there in the cold for free when it's not mad busy Thank you I'll definitely be back again ☺️

  • 4/5 Russ C. 2 years ago on Google
    Great day out a vast improvement from a few years ago. The aircraft park is a bit tatty and could do with some sorting out ! A lot of history to see and to stand on the bank section of the old track is amazing ! Close your eyes and you can almost feel the history

  • 5/5 Andrew B. 1 year ago on Google
    A great place to explore the early history of motor racing both cars and bikes It also allows you to explore the importance of the role Brooklands played in establishing Britains aircraft industry from the early 1900s right up to Concorde. It will take a few hours to explore, but there are plenty of seating areas, loos and wonderfully helpful, friendly staff and volunteers to help you to have a great day out. The Sunbeam cafe located on site serves great and reasonably priced drinks and food and is well worth a visit, believe me.

  • 5/5 Mihir R. 1 year ago on Google
    This is a great museum for all the family and those particularly who have an interest in planes, vintage cars and other transport. The Concorde experience is especially good, as are the interactive elements for children of all ages, and the various event days are definitely worth it!

  • 5/5 Michael O. 1 year ago on Google
    Great Museum... Went to a Motorcycle day held by the museum, a terrific day... I will be going back this year (2022)... Our next visit will be to see all the exhibitions housed there... Anyone who has an interest in the following: Racing Cars The Supersonic passage aircraft that is Concorde... Or even the London Red Buses... It's all in Brooklands, it's a Brilliant Day Out...

  • 5/5 Luc H. 1 year ago on Google
    This is a must see adventure for men young, younger and very young. Because all boys like fast cars and planes, no matter their age. To get a glimpse of the magic past of the vision they had in 1906 to build a race track is just fantastic. Motor cars, motor bikes, cycles, buses, planes and fighter jet planes. All in one place. And with digital simulations.

  • 5/5 Maddison B. 1 year ago on Google
    Great place, a lot to look at took us around 4 hours including the Concorde which is a separate paid experience (best to book online prior to visit to avoid it selling out on the day). Interactive and intresting🤠 would recommend going if you are interested in aviation, cars, f1, bikes, buses etc! Gift shop was cool as well 🤝

  • 5/5 Kevin M. 1 year ago on Google
    This was my second event here and as the first time, it was an amazing day. This visit was for the American Muscle car show and the turn out was fantastic. The events here are fit for the whole family as there are some amazing exhibits throughout the whole museum including F1 cars through the ages, Concorde, many other planes to view and board and the London bus museum. There are many places to buy food and drink but these can work out very expensive, especially if there are are fed of you in your group. There is a nice picnic area though, so would I would recommend taking a picnic. This can be left in your car as you can go in and out as you need. The ticket price for these events is usually around £20 and you can't get much better value for money than that. I am going back at least 2 more times this year, and intend to become a member for next year. This is the ideal day out. 👍

  • 5/5 Dave C. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing place to visit but feel I need to go back to appreciate all the museum has to offer. Great tours of aircraft from the past with staff/volunteers who have so much knowledge to share. The bus garage too is well worth spending some time. Dinning is also good value

  • 5/5 Steve T. 1 year ago on Google
    Another one ticked off the bucket list! Would love to have seen it in its heyday, the sounds, smells and sights. Lovingly preserved by its volunteers. A great day out!! But, no refund on pre-bought tickets (not vouchers) if you can't make on the day for any reason. So probably best to buy on arrival.

  • 5/5 Steve W. 1 year ago on Google
    Haven't visited here for a while. Lots of new displays, throughly recommended. Plenty to see, great atmosphere. Sunbeam Speed Record Centenary. Amazing event.

  • 5/5 Alex I. 1 year ago on Google
    This is genuinely my favourite museum. Beautiful collection of old bikes, cars and planes. You can even enter the planes which is a very cool experience. What makes it even better is the dedication of the staff who are all volunteers. They are so eager to chat and tell you stories about the exhibits which makes it a very memorable experience. Cannot rate this highly enough. There are sufficient things to see for you to spend a whole day there (F1 simulator, Concorde experience, multiple exhibits and areas, plenty of planes to explore). Make sure you book tickets early for the Concorde experience which was also very enjoyable.

  • 5/5 Clive G. 11 months ago on Google
    Came today as part of a coach tour. Thi k the last time I came here was 25+ years back. Was really amazed at everything on display. Started around looking at all the motor side of it all the different era motorbikes to the earliest of race car, really impressed on how well they have been preserved and well cared for. Information to read was never ending, need to come back. Went around to the cafe area for a quick cuppa before looking around more, even exhibits to look at in there. The whole history surrounding Brooklands is absolutely amazing, to pre and post war life. The aircraft hanger was truly incredible loved learning the history around the Loch Wellington. Loved the interactive activities upstairs. Got to have a big kid moment as well being able to sit in a Harrier Jump Jet and a Hawker hunter aircraft. Former passenger aircraft on display is impressive. Wish you could go in more of them for a look around. Finished the day by doing the Concorde Experience ( book in advance)truly worth it the guide we had was very knowledgeable and friendly and ready for any questions asked of him. Truly the history around the aircraft is amazing and Brooklands part in it too. Again fantastic day out recommend very high. To the staff all very friendly and full of information ready to share. Can't wait to come back.

  • 5/5 Nikki H. 11 months ago on Google
    Brooklands museum is an absolute gem. A must visit place for anyone interested in automotive and aviation history. The volunteers are so knowledgeable, and their enthusiasm shows. Lots to see, a really great family day out

  • 4/5 Glenis B. 1 year ago on Google
    We went here in March mid week, had a voucher to use. What an amazing place to visit, all the aeroplanes of yesteryear are there for you to enter with experts on board with knowledge to enlighten you. On the Concord you sit in the seats and are shown a film with the Concord taking off to give you that feeling that you're doing it for real. All the areas there are for you to enjoy even a Formula 1 car you can drive on a simulator circuit. Great fun. Vintage cars, good restaurant etc. A well equipped gift shop to buy your memorabilia of your visit. Well worth a visit.

  • 5/5 Solarsrtu 9 months ago on Google
    I think this is the best museum I have visited. It is fascinating to look back into history, 1 day isn't enough, there is just too much to see. I look forward to returning one day in the future. All the staff/volunteers are fantastic, and a lot worked in or around Brooklands and their knowledge is priceless.

  • 5/5 Alisdair S. 9 months ago on Google
    Superb day out, not too far out of London. A fabulous range of vehicles and planes from the golden age of travel. Good value. The café is fairly small do worth planning your meals elsewhere if you're going for a daytrip.

  • 5/5 Gleb F. 9 months ago on Google
    Brilliant museum with lots of pedigree and heritage 🏎️✈️🚌 If you’re local - become a member for ~£90. They run events every other week. Lovely playground 🛝 for kids and a cosy cafe ☕️ 🍽️

  • 5/5 Kate B. 8 months ago on Google
    I love this place. Great day out. Planes, cars, bike, buses from all ages. The staff are wonderful. Our last visit was on a rainy day and it still worked out perfectly. Priced well. Would also recommend The Concorde Experience!

  • 5/5 ann p. 8 months ago on Google
    One of the most amazing places I have ever visited. There is so much to see and the history of this site is unbelievable .it was the first purpose built race track it was home to the likes of the great Malcolm Campbell and held the first British grand prix . The track is now broken and unusable but the history and parts of the historic track remain . The museum is also home to the London bus museum and the Aviation history here is as astounding as. the motor and racing history Barnes Wallace was based here designing planes and bombs that helped us to victory in World War II . It hosts many special events throughout the year some well worth a visit it is also home to many planes such as the Hawker Hurricane and Wellington bombers and concorde and my favorite plane the Harrier jump jet . The planes range from very early ones to quite modern planes . It is a wonderful place it even has a lego full size Mclaren car as well as the real thing and it has cars ranging from the amazing Railton Napier to current formula one cars . It is not just cars and planes but has many historic motor bikes in its collection . Everywhere you turn there is something to see and be amazed at . There are places to eat and plenty of toilets this place is a petrol heads dream . The history is just phenomenal.

  • 4/5 Rups d. 8 months ago on Google
    Nice day out some interesting things to see. Cafe a bit pricey. Directions for GPS are wrong. Would advise follow brown tourist signs for the museum not GPS address which takes you to a special entrance only.

  • 4/5 jim s. 8 months ago on Google
    Good day out, Concorde experience was worth the extra payment, f1 staff where fantastic, volunteer on sultans plane was brilliant too. Bus museum was good. Only down side is no longer get access to track and limit information about hill etc

  • 5/5 C G. 7 months ago on Google
    We visited the museum last weekend for the emergency service day with paw patrol. My boys absolutely loved it. They're 5 and 3 years old. We booked the concorde experience too, we all loved it, definitely recommend the museum.

  • 5/5 paul c. 7 months ago on Google
    If you love air /land transport, then this place is for you. It is dripping with history. The bus transport museum wonderful, highly recommended the 20mins classic bus trip for a very low price, (could change so not added here). If your driving to location please don't add post code from Google maps, it's not wrong but takes you to delivery gates. Go via the website for Brooklands. For those with ADHD there is plenty of space low noise and place you can chill out.

  • 5/5 Ilkin H. 6 months ago on Google
    Amazing venue for weekends with family and friends if your are interested in history, cars and aviation. But not limited to those only. I have gained membership for the family and we enjoyed every single visit. Plenty of opportunities to meet interesting people and learn a lot about internship apprenticeship cadet if you’re interested, music and food, available in good variety.

  • 4/5 Matt B. 5 months ago on Google
    Good visit, a bit of a rambling site. Mix of aircraft and cars. Enjoyed our visit, two adults and three kids 14,12,10. Only disappointment was that they wouldn't let you walk far up the banking. To be fair it is a bit old and slippery, I think it's a health and safety thing, but really didn't look that dangerous...

  • 5/5 Michael O. 5 months ago on Google
    This one definitely needs a second visit. OK, it has a Concorde but having lived under the approach path to Heathrow when Concorde flew in every day and seen one at Duxford, Cosford, Heathrow, Washington DC and New York, that was not the draw for me. It is such a big place,so many things to see ranging from bicycles to jet aeroplanes. it is staffed mainly by volunteers who are fabulous. They are knowledgeable and approachable and very clearly dedicated. I got to drive an F1 simulator round the Brooklands banked track, that was cool and whilst the lap record is 44 secs, I was happy with 47. I will be back to see more stuff and hopefully drive the sim yet again.

  • 5/5 Rob A. 6 months ago on Google
    Enjoyed the German Car show day at Brooklands. Lots of cars to see, some questionable appearances by some cars but plenty of classics, super cars and highly modified vehicles to see and photograph. I will definitely try to come along for the Italian & best of British 2024 days.

  • 5/5 Alaa S. 4 months ago on Google
    Amazing experience! I visited today (Monday 11th December 2023) where it was fairly empty which was perfect for roaming around without the pressure of loads of people around you. I did the Concorde experience and it was amazing from start to finish and it’s amazing to know how pivotal Brooklands was in the golden age of aviation. The volunteers were some of the most lovely people I’ve met and were well-informed and very easy to have a conversation with. Big shout out to everyone on the aircrafts today as it was truly brilliant having a chat with you all! They definitely made my experience that much better. (Shame I don’t remember names) Will definitely be visiting again and definitely recommend it to everyone regardless whether you have an interest in aviation and motorsport or not.

  • 5/5 Ioana C. 5 months ago on Google
    Amazing museum, huge and very interactive - you have a formula 1 simulator, can get on old buses, airplanes (including Concorde but get tickets separately for this, in advance) ! The best part about visiting is the amazing volunteers and staff that have deep knowledge which they are more than happy to share - don't be shy to ask questions! This is really how museums should be!


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