World War II Bombing Decoy Bunker
Moors Valley Country Park, Ashley Heath, Ringwood, Dorset, BH24 2ET
A rare chance to see inside the Decoy bunker situated within Moors Valley Country Park , which was a WWII bombing decoy. The bunker at Moors Valley was used during World War II to power and control lights to mimic the nearby RAF airfields at Hurn and Ibsley, including a 1km flare path whose location has been identified. This is an opportunity to take a closer look at the bunker which is not usually accessible to the public. Volunteers will be on-site to explain more about how the bunker was used and tell the story of its operation, as well as the scale and importance of Decoy and Deception Techniques to the war effort.
Timings & Tours
- Sunday 15 September:
- 1000-1400
Location & directions
Moors Valley Country Park, Ashley Heath, Ringwood, Dorset, BH24 2ET
- Directions:
- It is a 2km walk to the bunker from the Visitor Centre.
- Contact on day:
- Dorset Architectural Heritage Week
- Telephone number:
- +441202888992
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
The bunker is a dark enclosed space but there is ample daylight from the entrances. Please note – access inside the bunker for mobility scooters is not possible due to space restrictions. Access for wheelchairs is dependent on the size of the chair.
