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Bawdsey Radar Museum

Bawdsey, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 3BA

  • 12 Sep 2024
  • In person
  • Pre-booking preferred

The first World War 2 operational RADAR station. Visit us to find out more.

Visit Bawdsey Radar on Heritage Open Day Thursday 12 September 2024 11-4pm.
Free admission, and donations very welcome.

Come and find out about the incredible story of radar and the amazing technology was developed at this top-secret location before the Second World War and how we use radar every day in the 21st century.

Listen to the stories of some of the men and women who worked at Bawdsey and trace the scientific development of radar. Explore radar's pivotal role in providing 'the eyes of the few', the RAF fighter pilots who won the Battle of Britain. Find out more about radar's crucial role throughout World War Two and today.

Book your tickets for Heritage Open Day and learn more here: https://www.bawdseyradar.org.uk/visit

Timings & Tours

Thursday 12 September:
11.00 am - 4.00pm (last entry 3.00pm)

Location & directions

Bawdsey, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 3BA

Directions:
‘what3words’ – ///affirming.joys.scuba From Woodbridge, the transmitter building is located off the B1083, one mile beyond Bawdsey village. There is a seasonal foot ferry, including cycles, from Felixstowe Ferry to Bawdsey Quay. Please contact the Ferry Company for timetable information, tel 07709 411511. The Transmitter Block is about one mile from Bawdsey Quay along the B1083, Ferry Road. There is no access to the Transmitter Block via PGL at Bawdsey Manor.
Contact on day:
Officer of the Day
Telephone number:
+447821162879

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking preferred
Booking conditions:
See website for booking information. https://www.bawdseyradar.org.uk/visit/
Booking contact name:
Sue Michell
Booking telephone number:
+447821162879
Booking email:
[email protected]
Booking website:
https://bawdsey-radar.arttickets.org.uk/
Booking opens:
25 Jul 2024 07:00 AM
Booking closes:
12 Sep 2024 02:00 PM

Accessibility details

See our access information here. https://www.bawdseyradar.org.uk/visit/#accessPanel

Additional information

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