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World War 2 Decoy Bunker Tour

Ashley Heath, Ringwood, Dorset, BH24 2ET

  • 15 Sep 2024
  • In person
  • Pre-booking not required

Step back in time and follow in the footsteps of the service people whose job it was to try and get bombed. Volunteers will explain how the bunker was used and tell the story of its operation.

The bunker at Moors Valley was used during the Second World War 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.

Uncover a top-secret operation involving decoys and deception to direct enemy attention away from wartime RAF airfields, and learn about the scale and importance of Decoy and Deception Techniques to the war effort.

Dogs welcome on leads only.

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.

The bunker is a dark enclosed space but there is ample daylight from the entrances.

It is a 2km walk to the bunker from the Visitor Centre. Parking charges apply.

This event is subject to change or cancellation at short notice.The bunker at Moors Valley was used during the Second World War 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.

Uncover a top-secret operation involving decoys and deception to direct enemy attention away from wartime RAF airfields, and learn about the scale and importance of Decoy and Deception Techniques to the war effort.

Timings & Tours

Sunday 15 September:
10am - 2pm

Location & directions

Ashley Heath, Ringwood, Dorset, BH24 2ET

Directions:
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Contact on day:
Duty Ranger 01425 470721
Telephone number:
+441425470721

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

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. The bunker is a dark enclosed space but there is ample daylight from the entrances.

Additional information

Max no of people per tour:
15
Est. tour duration:
0 hour(s) 20 minute(s)

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