Metheringham Airfield Visitor Centre
Key Facts
| Location: | Metheringham, Lincs. |
| SatNav: | LN4 3BQ |
| Country: | United Kingdom |
| Date Opened: | ? |
| Aircraft Exhibits: | 3 |
What’s Here
Housed in the former ration store of RAF Metheringham is an exhibition of photographs and memorabilia depicting life at an operational airfield in WW2. The base was home to 106 Sqn RAF, flying Lancaster bombers over occupied Europe. Nearby is a memorial to 106 Sqn. Many parts of the old runways and perimeter track still remain.
Directions
Westmoor Farm, two and a half miles from the village of Metheringham on the B1189, directly opposite the B1191 turning to Martin and Woodhall Spa. See this location on Microsoft Live Search Maps
Visiting
Opening Hours:
Open Wednesdays 11.00 noon to 4.00 pm, Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays 11.00 am to 5.00 pm, from Easter to last weekend in October.
Admission:
Admission is free.
Amenities:
Parking, Souvenir Shop, Disabled Access.
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| Jet Provost T.4 XS186 (photo, Greg Wilson) |
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List of Aircraft Exhibits
| Displayed I.D. | Aircraft Type | Real Identity | Condition | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS177 | BAC Jet Provost T.4 | XS177 | Complete | Displayed |
| XS186 | BAC Jet Provost T.4 | XS186 | Complete | Displayed |
| XE624 | Hawker Hunter FGA.9 | XE624 | Complete | Displayed |
More Information
Metheringham Airfield Visitor Centre, Westmoor Farm, Martin Moor, Metheringham, Lincs., LN4 3BQ. Tel/Fax: 01526 378604. Website: Metheringham Airfield Visitor Centre
Tags: Lincolnshire, Metheringham, Museum
Main, Museums | admin | Posted 
26 March 2010 4:44 pm | Last Updated 2 August 2010 7:48 pm |
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