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A wonderfully preserved piece of history and infrastructure that needs to be kept as a reminder to future generations.
Enter the small guardhouse disguised as a 1950s Chapel and descend the long corridor into the hill behind.
Encased in 3m thick reinforced concrete is a former RAF Radar bunker, hastily constructed in the early 1950s and updated in the 1980s to serve as a place where a handful of people could take on the unenviable task of working out what's left should the cold war ever have gotten hot. Spread over two floors the bunker has been carefully recreated by a team of volunteers, some of whom served in the bunker prior to its decommissioning in the early 21st century. During the open days, like the one today, these dedicated people will guide you through the workings of the facility and explain in detail the exhibits within.
An amazing and sobering experience that all generations will find quite fascinating.
Always wanted to visit this place and wasn't disappointed. Its not open very often and run by dedicated volunteers whom were very knowledgeable. Only one thing it's that because of others being disrespectful there is no photos allowed inside which is a crying shame as its fantastic inside. Overall a brilliant little gem of the cold War era..
What a brilliant place.
Visited the bunker a few weeks ago and I am really impressed. As the RAF have only sold the bunker recently it has had the luxury of being maintained by them so the place is in immaculate condition.
When you go underground it really feels like you are visiting an operational Cold War bunker and not a relic like other similar ROTOR bunker museums. This place is a must visit for anyone with an interest in the Cold War.
Staff were very friendly and keen to help answer any questions. I also had the pleasure of speaking with the observation officer who was stationed at the bunker.
Thank you to John, Sylvia and the team that keep this incredible bit of history alive.
One of the most interesting places ever and such friendly hosts. They will answer any questions and gladly show you around. A very impressive bunker and highlight the dangers of cold wars. So much to learn about from when the place was active, how many personnel served there as well as information on what the purpose of the bunker was for.
What an absolutely wonderful few hours. The volunteers and staff were most informative. Great experience on the firing gallery. An all round great afternoon. Great team of staff all very knowledgeable, friendly.
Well worth the money. It certainly did not disappoint.
Slightly worrying what might have been though .... !
The volunteers and veterans are very informative. It's very interesting. Spent at least 2 hours there. Not suitable for people with physical disabilities due to the stairs.
Stopping in Withernsea for a few days we saw signs for the Underground Bunker. The following day we decided to make a visit.
I visited on 1/6/21 along with my wife, daughter and brother in law. I had some clue what to expect, as in minimal up top and vast network of underground tunnels and rooms below. It was an experience that we all enjoyed and we all learn't so much about the operation of the station and what conditions were like for those who worked there.
Credit goes to "John" who has a vast knowledge of the station and could possibly keep you there for hours and no you didn't bore us :)
Absolute Gem of a find, my boys loved every minute and the staff went out of ther way embrace their enthusiasm. The guy in the air conditioning room was fantastic and explained everything and answered all our questions, can't wait to visit again ????
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