This former airport hidden amongst out of town shopping outlets in Croydon is well worth a visit. The free guided tour was great. The guide provided a history of the building and the history of aviation. It's only open the first Sunday of the month,...More

What a fabulous day out it was. Full of information, about the first airport of Britain itself, aviation industry then, flight experiences of both travellers as well plane staff, earlier pilots, and aircrafts, what not. They open this now defunct airport to visitors on first...More

What a fabulous place. Finally decided to go and wasn't let down. Norman our tour guide was fabulous and so much history . Shame it's only opened the day a month but well worth a visit. Tin cafe was closed it was heatwave season so...More

A hidden gem. Amazing learning about the international history of this little airport. Passionate and knowledgeable volunteers run the free visiting day once a month. Well organised. Thanks

I visited here at the weekend with my wife following a tip-off from one of her work colleagues. Parking was ample, and we were warmly welcomed by the volunteers. Entry was free but a donation of £4 was suggested. There were plenty of posters and...More

Lots of history about the role of Croydon airport in the first part of the 20th century and in the development of commercial air travel. The museum is housed in the first purpose built passenger terminal. Guides led tours of the building at regular intervals,...More

Fascinating history of early civil aviation for London pre WW2. Love all the old pictures of it in its heyday. Beautifully preserved building. Tour finishes in the Control Tower museum exhibits and recreated air traffic control office. Never knew so much happened there. Visiting open...More