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SUPPORT THE COLLECTION

Support the Boscombe Down Aviation Collection

Boscombe Down Aviation Collection is a volunteer-run charity dedicated to preserving Britain’s aviation heritage.
Your support helps us restore historic aircraft, maintain exhibits, and continue sharing the story of flight and flight testing at Boscombe Down, Wiltshire
and the wider Wessex area with future generations.

SUPPORT THE COLLECTION

Why Your Support Matters

Boscombe Down Aviation Collection is a volunteer-run charity dedicated to preserving Britain’s aviation heritage. Donations help restore historic aircraft, maintain exhibits, and ensure future generations can experience the story of flight testing at Boscombe Down.

Preserve Historic Aircraft

Your support helps maintain and restore rare aircraft, protecting aviation history for future generations.

Volunteer-Run Charity

We are entirely volunteer-run, meaning every donation directly supports preservation and education.

Educate Future Generations

We provide educational experiences that inspire visitors and share the importance of aviation heritage.

Ways You Can Help

There are several ways you can help preserve and support the Boscombe Down Aviation Collection.

Make a Donation

Donations help maintain historic aircraft, restore exhibits, and support the continued operation of the collection.

Donate

Volunteer

Join our award winning volunteer team and help welcome visitors, maintain exhibits, and share aviation history.

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Other Ways to Help

Support the collection through fundraising, donations of artefacts, or helping promote the museum.

Contact Us

Your Support Keeps History Alive

Boscombe Down Aviation Collection is volunteer-run and relies on the support of visitors and donors.

Your contribution helps preserve rare aircraft, maintain exhibits, and ensure the story of British aviation testing continues to inspire future generations.

Every donation directly supports the restoration and care of historic aircraft and helps us keep the collection open to the public.

Boscombe Down Aviation Collection is a registered charity run entirely by volunteers. Every donation directly supports preservation and public access.