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The Great Britain Guide

Natural landmarks · Yorkshire & the Humber

York Cold War Bunker

In or near York.

Free admission♿ Wheelchair: limited

York Cold War Bunker — a other in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.

York Cold War Bunker - geograph.org.uk - 6372619

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Erskine Halt · 1.4 km
  • Free entry
  • Family-friendly
  • Dog-friendly
  • Limited wheelchair access

About

York Cold War Bunker is a other located in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

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Official information

The York Cold War Bunker is a historical site that served as a monitoring station for nuclear explosions and fallout during the Cold War. Visitors can explore its original control room, dormitory, and other facilities that were designed to sustain operations for up to 30 days in the event of a nuclear attack.

Place summary

York Cold War Bunker is located in Yorkshire, postcode YO24. This site is a former government command post built to function during the Cold War era. The bunker provides insight into Britain's civil defence measures during a time of heightened geopolitical tension.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
53.9568, -1.1167
District
York
Parish
York, unparished area
Postcode
YO24 4HT
Parliamentary constituency
York Central
Nearest railway station
Erskine Halt1.4 km
Opening
Open Fri - Sun (and bank holidays), 10am-5pm by guided tour only

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Frequently asked questions

Where is York Cold War Bunker?
York Cold War Bunker is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode YO24 4HT), in the parish of York, unparished area.
What is York Cold War Bunker?
York Cold War Bunker — a other in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.
How do I get to York Cold War Bunker?
The nearest railway station is Erskine Halt, about 1.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode YO24 4HT.
Is York Cold War Bunker free to visit?
Yes, York Cold War Bunker is free to enter.
How do I get to York Cold War Bunker?
The nearest railway station is Erskine Halt, about 1.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode YO24 4HT.