Discover the history of RAF Dunkeswell during the second world war at Dunkeswell Airfield Heritage Centre. Step back in time and see artefacts and memorabilia, mission narratives and replica uniforms, along with more than 400 photographs and archive film documenting the history of this historic airfield.

Discover the history of RAF Dunkeswell during the second world war at Dunkeswell Airfield Heritage Centre.

Step back in time and see artefacts and memorabilia, mission narratives and replica uniforms, along with more than 400 photographs and archive film documenting the history of this historic airfield.

While you’re there why not stop for refreshments at The Aviator Coffee Bar & Restaurant and watch the aircraft and parachutists who still use the airfield to this day.

Dunkeswell Airfield was built by George Wimpey & Co and, following its completion in 1943, it was occupied by the USAAF 479th Anti Submarine Squadron and later the US Navy. From March 1944 Dunkeswell was the only US Navy base in Europe.

Visit the Dunkeswell War Stories website to explore our video memory bank and download teaching resources.

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