Memorials & monuments · East of England
RAF Cardington 1936-2000
In or near Cardington.
RAF Cardington 1936-2000 — a memorial in england-london, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Bedford St Johns · 3.2 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
RAF Cardington 1936-2000 is a memorial located in england-london, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
RAF Cardington, located in London, is a memorial site that commemorates the airship station operational from 1936 to 2000. It played a significant role in the development of airship technology in the UK. The site is noted for its historical importance in aviation history.
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- Coordinates
- 52.1114, -0.4313
- District
- Bedford
- Parish
- Shortstown
- Postcode
- MK42 0GG
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Bedfordshire
- Nearest railway station
- Bedford St Johns — 3.2 km
Sources
- osm: node/7556983600 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is RAF Cardington 1936-2000?
- RAF Cardington 1936-2000 is in London, United Kingdom (postcode MK42 0GG), in the parish of Shortstown.
- What is RAF Cardington 1936-2000?
- RAF Cardington 1936-2000 — a memorial in england-london, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to RAF Cardington 1936-2000?
- The nearest railway station is Bedford St Johns, about 3.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode MK42 0GG.
- Is RAF Cardington 1936-2000 free to visit?
- Yes, RAF Cardington 1936-2000 is free to enter.
- How do I get to RAF Cardington 1936-2000?
- The nearest railway station is Bedford St Johns, about 3.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode MK42 0GG.