The Veterans Central charity is holding a World War Two History Day and all Events are FREE to attend.
RAF West Raynham opened just prior to World War Two and was operational throughout the War. The Station Headquarters (SHQ) building has been under restoration by Veterans Cenrtal for 3 years and as part of our regular series of ‘History Days’ we will be opening up SHQ and the surrounding area on 21st June with a World War Two theme.
The event will feature Military vehicles, re-enactors and other relevant historical displays, including several presentation, where visitors can and learn about aspects of World War Two. Sit in some of the presentations – from the development of airfields in Norfolk, the Royal Norfolk Regiment in the war, ‘Over Here’ – the American presence in East Anglia, and more. Watch or take part on one of the World War Two wargame scenarios. Put on the Virtual Reality (VR) headset in our replica Lancaster fuselage section and immerse yourself in a Bomber Command sortie from 1943. Join a guided tour around parts of this historic airfield. The Hunter and Canberra cockpits will also be open to view. And more.
Browse the various historical displays and photo albums. Get a fantastic book bargain in one of our bookshops.
Or you can just spend tome in the café or sit in our relaxing gardens.
The event opens at 10.00 a.m. and closes at 3.00 p.m.
More information email: events@veteranscentral.co.uk
