Runway Visitor Park

Altrincham

Fee for parking & tours

Opening Main park: January-February 8am-4pm; March 8am-5pm; April 8am-6pm; May 8am-7pm; June-August 8am-8pm. Cafe and shop open slightly shorter hours (e.g. January-February: shop 9am-3pm, cafe 8am-3:30pm). Amended hours of 8am-4pm on Friday 7 August 2026 and Sunday 16 August 2026; closed to general visitors on Tuesday 8 September 2026.

Price Free admission for visitors arriving by public transport, on foot or by bicycle (not motorbike); otherwise car and motorbike parking charges apply: £6 up to 2 hours, £12 for 2-4 hours, £15 for stays over 4 hours. Coach parking £15 flat rate; free for conference delegates.

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Age fit A great day out for all the family; the Aviation Shop stocks souvenirs suitable for children through to serious aircraft enthusiasts.

Setting outdoor

The experience

About this day out

The Runway Visitor Park is one of the North West's most popular outdoor attractions, located adjacent to the busy runways of Manchester Airport with a raised viewing area just metres from passing planes. The park is home to a variety of retired aircraft, including Concorde G-BOAC, a former RAF Nimrod, a DC-10, an Avro RJX and a retro Trident airliner. Facilities include a large picnic area, the RVP coffee house, a play area and The Aviation Shop, with live commentary of the airport's operations at weekends.

When to go

Opening calendar

Main park: January-February 8am-4pm; March 8am-5pm; April 8am-6pm; May 8am-7pm; June-August 8am-8pm. Cafe and shop open slightly shorter hours (e.g. January-February: shop 9am-3pm, cafe 8am-3:30pm). Amended hours of 8am-4pm on Friday 7 August 2026 and Sunday 16 August 2026; closed to general visitors on Tuesday 8 September 2026.

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What it costs

Prices at a glance

Admission: Free admission for visitors arriving by public transport, on foot or by bicycle (not motorbike); otherwise car and motorbike parking charges apply: £6 up to 2 hours, £12 for 2-4 hours, £15 for stays over 4 hours. Coach parking £15 flat rate; free for conference delegates.

Prices can change. Confirm ticket terms with the venue before booking.

Practical details

Facilities & accessibility

At a glance

Raised plane viewing areaLarge picnic areaRVP coffee house (cafe)Play areaThe Aviation ShopFly 360 full motion flight simulatorConcorde HangarConference CentreTwo sets of accessible toiletsDesignated Blue Badge parking spaces

Accessibility: The main Viewing Mound, Concorde Hangar, Conference Centre and Ringways Restaurant are all accessible by wheelchair. There are two sets of accessible toilets onsite and designated parking spaces for Blue Badge holders, but there are steps up to all aircraft displays. Visitors with visual or hearing impairments wishing to book a public guided tour are encouraged to contact the park in advance.
Parking: On-site car and motorbike parking: £6 up to 2 hours, £12 for 2-4 hours, £15 for all stays over 4 hours. Coach parking is a flat rate of £15. Parking is free for conference delegates. Payment by debit/credit card (except American Express), Apple Pay and Android Pay.
Dogs: Guide and assistance dogs are welcome; other dogs are not permitted due to the proximity of the runways.

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