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Details on admission charges
2025 Admission Charges
Norfolk and Suffolk Aviation Museum (NASAM) – An Important Change
Our museum’s roots can be traced back 52 years to a handful of aviation enthusiasts, meeting in an old Nissen hut behind the Flixton Post Office. From those inauspicious beginnings, our museum has grown into a widely appreciated aviation attraction, now bringing in over 21000 visitors per year.
In all those years, we have never charged for admission. But, as we have grown, the demands have also grown. We need to maintain our ageing collection; we need to add to the attractions for our visitors; and, in keeping with the museum’s history of expansion, we have more plans for expansion over the next five years.
Despite not charging admission, the museum has never been ‘free’. We have always said that we rely on donations. Originally, we asked that visitors donated what they could afford. Latterly we asked that visitors donated what they thought we were worth. However, the average donation per visitor stands at £1.83 and the reality is, we cannot maintain our museum, much less improve it, for £1.83 per visitor.
And so, to ensure a bright future for NASAM, we have taken the decision that, from the beginning of 2025, we will start to charge an admission fee. We have taken our cue from other comparable museums and have set our prices accordingly. There will be a simple ticketing structure and, when Gift Aided, tickets may be converted to an annual pass, providing unlimited visits during that period. The prices will be:
- Adult – £10.00
- Child (over 5) – £5.00
- Family (up to 2 adults, up to 3 children) – £20 (meaning children are ‘free’ on the family ticket)
We have always valued the patronage of local people and appreciate the support you have given us over the years. We recognise that, unlike many of our visitors, you’re not necessarily going to spend all day with us on your frequent visits. This had some bearing on our deciding to opt for a ticket valid for 12 months with Gift Aid. For those unable to Gift Aid, museum membership may be taken out at no additional cost which, in turn, will bestow an annual pass. We trust that, if you are one of our many repeat visitors, you won’t feel that £10 per person is an unreasonable ask for unlimited visits over a 12-month period.
As always, we welcome feedback and will be particularly interested to hear your thoughts on our decision to charge an admission fee. You can contact us by e-mail at nsam.flixton@gmail.com. Alternatively, why not drop in on the days that we are open and tell us in person? You’re always very welcome!