Montrose Air Station Heritage Centre

Montrose Air Station Heritage Centre is Britain’s first operational military airfield and offers a well-presented insight into the area’s rich aviation and wartime history. The site played a key role during both World Wars, and today visitors can explore original buildings, restored hangars and a range of exhibits covering military aviation, local stories and the people who served here.

The museum features historic aircraft, uniforms, vehicles and interactive displays, making it engaging for both adults and families. There’s plenty of open space around the site to explore, giving you a sense of how the airfield once operated, and information boards throughout bring the history of the station to life in an easy-to-follow way.

It’s an ideal visit for anyone interested in military history, aviation or local heritage, and it works well as part of a wider day out in the Montrose area. With Montrose town, the beach and basin nearby, the heritage centre is easy to combine with a coastal walk or lunch by the sea, making it a great option for a varied and interesting day trip during your stay.