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Runway Visitor Park Runway Visitor Park at Manchester Airport It’s open daily from 8am except Christmas and Boxing Day.
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A great day out for all the family, the Runway Visitor Park is one of the North West's most popular outdoor attractions. Adjacent to the busy runways of Manchester Airport, the park’s raised viewing areas mean you can stand literally just a few metres away from real ‘live’ planes as they go past, with around 600 aircraft movements – landings and take-offs – every day. The park is also home to a variety of retired planes, including the spectacular supersonic airliner, Concorde G-BOAC; and former RAF military spy plane, Nimrod. There’s also a DC-10, Avro RJX and a retro Trident airliner, offering a glimpse of what flying was like in the 1960s and 1970s. In addition to a picnic area, there is also the Concorde Restaurant and coffee house, a play area and The Aviation Shop, which stocks a range of plane-related souvenirs, suitable for children through to the more serious aircraft enthusiasts. Visitors hoping to see the Emirates A380 super-jumbo on its daily visit to Manchester can watch it arrive at around 11:45am* and depart at around 1.30pm* (*scheduled times, subject to change). The Runway Visitor Park is located next to Manchester Airport’s runways, two minutes from Junction 6 of the M56 motorway.

We still have a few spaces left for stall holders and a couple of performance slots,
14/10/2026

We still have a few spaces left for stall holders and a couple of performance slots,

05/10/2026
🎅✈️ SANTA’S SUPERSONIC TOURS ARE BACK! ✈️🎄The countdown to Christmas is officially on, and our Santa’s Supersonic Tour &...
30/09/2026

🎅✈️ SANTA’S SUPERSONIC TOURS ARE BACK! ✈️🎄

The countdown to Christmas is officially on, and our Santa’s Supersonic Tour & Breakfast is back for another magical festive season! 🎅✨

Join us throughout December for a truly unforgettable Christmas experience at Runway Visitor Park. ✈️🎄

📅 Running throughout December
💷 Adults £24.50 | Children £25.50

⚠️ Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out on this much-loved Christmas experience!

🎟️ Book online or at reception:
🌐 www.runwayvisitorpark.co.uk

📍 Runway Visitor Park, Altrincham

Thanks Dave for these great photos from yesterday.
28/09/2026

Thanks Dave for these great photos from yesterday.

✈️ FLYING MACHINES IS RUNNING THIS SATURDAY 3rd October ! ✈️We still have spaces available at 10:00am and 12:20pm! 🚨Give...
28/09/2026

✈️ FLYING MACHINES IS RUNNING THIS SATURDAY 3rd October ! ✈️

We still have spaces available at 10:00am and 12:20pm! 🚨

Give your little aviation enthusiasts the chance to sit inside real aircraft cockpits and experience what it’s like to be a pilot! 👨‍✈️👩‍✈️

Perfect for children aged 7–12 years and packed with an exciting aviation adventure. ✈️

🎟️ £25 for one child + one adult
🅿️ Free parking
📅 This Saturday – 3rd October
⏰ Spaces available: 10:00am & 12:20pm

Spaces are limited, so book now to avoid missing out!

👉 Book online: www.runwayvisitorpark.co.uk

27/09/2026

An unexpected visitor today the Queen of the Skies. Great to see a Lufthansa Boeing 747 making an appearance into Manchester !

16/09/2026

October flight academy dates, 26th and 29th 4-7 and 8-12, any questions please feel free to call and speak to our reception team on 0161 489 3932.
www.runway visitor park.co.uk

09/09/2026

Great treat today to see this British Airways A380, making her way back to London,

Address

Runway Visitor Park, Sunbank Lane, Off Wilmslow Road
Altrincham
WA158XQ

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 5pm
Sunday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+441614893932

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