Memorials & monuments · West Midlands
R.A.F. Bomber Crash
In or near Broadway.
R.A.F. Bomber Crash is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Broadway · 3.3 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
R.A.F. Bomber Crash is a public memorial in Gloucestershire, the West Midlands, recording local sacrifice and named in the parish register of war and civic monuments. The site is within the Cotswolds National Landscape (AONB). It sits within the North Cotswolds parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Broadway, about 3.3 km away. Postcode area WR12.
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Official information
Broadway Tower is a historic monument located in the Cotswolds, featuring a museum across three floors that showcases its rich history. Visitors can explore the tower, enjoy scenic views from the rooftop, and learn about the nearby Nuclear Bunker, which offers guided tours during specific times. The surrounding parkland provides opportunities for walking and enjoying nature.
Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Cotswolds
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The R.A.F. Bomber Crash memorial is located in Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire, within the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). It commemorates the site of a significant aircraft incident, serving as a reminder of the region's wartime history.
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- Coordinates
- 52.0233, -1.8359
- County
- Gloucestershire
- District
- Cotswold
- Parish
- Chipping Campden
- Postcode
- WR12 7LB
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Cotswolds
- Phone
- T: Tower: 01386 852390
- Nearest railway station
- Broadway — 3.3 km
- Opening
- Daily 10am–5pm; closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Year's Day
- Official site
- www.broadway-cotswolds.co.uk
Sources
- osm: n4353282497 (ODbL)
- commons: Memorial for an RAF bomber crew - geograph.org.uk - 1608390.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is R.A.F. Bomber Crash?
- R.A.F. Bomber Crash is in Gloucestershire, the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode WR12 7LB), in the parish of Chipping Campden.
- What is R.A.F. Bomber Crash?
- R.A.F. Bomber Crash is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to R.A.F. Bomber Crash?
- The nearest railway station is Broadway, about 3.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode WR12 7LB.
- Is R.A.F. Bomber Crash a protected site?
- Yes — R.A.F. Bomber Crash is part of the Cotswolds National Landscape (AONB).
- Is R.A.F. Bomber Crash free to visit?
- Yes, R.A.F. Bomber Crash is free to enter.
- How do I get to R.A.F. Bomber Crash?
- The nearest railway station is Broadway, about 3.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode WR12 7LB.