Bunker Tours - RAF Holmpton - 2014 at Bunker Tours - RAF Holmpton
Museum - Military, next open Sat 1 Mar - Sun 13 Apr 2014, £5-£7
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01964 630208
info@rafholmpton.com
www.rafholmpton.com
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Royal Air Force,
Rysome Lane,
Holmpton,
Withernsea,
HU19 2RG
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RAF Holmpton - Group VisitsDetails
CELEBRATING 60 YEARS OF THE RAF AT HOLMPTON
1953 to 1974 Radar - 1980 to 1991 RAF Support Command - 1995 to 2003 UK Air CCIS - 2003 to 2013 Training & Communications.
PUBLIC TOUR DETAILS:
Along the Entrance Tunnel and behind the Massive Blast Doors, the Vast Nuclear Bunker extends almost 100ft below ground and covers nearly 35,000sq ft - Our Award Winning Tour takes visitors through this amazing world revealing it's 60 years of RAF history and secrets. Tours are Fully Guided and brought to life with Films - Shows & demonstrations.
PLEASE NOTE:
Tours last around 1hr 45mins.
Question & Answer and Photo Opportunities..
We have a Gift Shop.
WCs & Free parking.
Ambulant disabled only.
Note: Not suitable for under 5s.
Members of Welcome to Excellence - Cultural Heritage - MDA - Museums Association - VHEY - Yorkshire Passion.
Opening details
| Season Dates | Opening Hours |
|---|---|
| Sat 1 Mar - Sun 13 Apr 2014 | Sat - Sun 14:00 to 16:00 |
| Wed 16 - Sun 27 Apr 2014 | Mon - Sun 14:00 to 16:00 |
| Sat 3 - Mon 5 May 2014 | Mon 14:00 to 16:00 | Sat - Sun 14:00 to 16:00 |
| Sat 24 May - Sun 1 Jun 2014 | Mon - Sun 14:00 to 16:00 |
| Sat 7 Jun - Sun 20 Jul 2014 | Wed - Thu 14:00 to 16:00 | Sat - Sun 14:00 to 16:00 |
| Wed 23 Jul - Thu 28 Aug 2014 | Mon - Sun 14:00 to 16:00 |
| Sat 30 Aug - Sun 19 Oct 2014 | Wed - Thu 14:00 to 16:00 | Sat - Sun 14:00 to 16:00 |
| Sat 25 Oct - Sat 1 Nov 2014 | Mon - Sun 14:00 to 16:00 |
| Sat 8 - Sat 29 Nov 2014 | Sat - Sun 14:00 to 16:00 |
WEBSITE: Visit our official website www.rafholmpton.com for full details of Special Events throughout the year.
Prices
Adults: £7.00
Senior: £6.00
Child: £5.00
Family (2+2): £20.00
Student/Disabled/unwaged: £5.00
Location
Directions
See location on Google mapsMap reference: TA 366228 Lat: 53.68655 Long: 0.06399
By Road:
From Withernsea A1033 follow the Underground Bunker signs right to our gates.
Parking: free
Accessible by Public Transport: 19 miles from Hull station
Hotels and B&Bs
Self Catering
Camping & Touring
Alternative AccommodationFacilities
- Education/study area
- Gift shop
- On-site light refreshments
- Public toilets
- Regional Tourist Board Member
- Welcome Host
- Facilities for conferencing
- Facilities for corporate hospitality
- Children welcome
- Dogs not accepted (except guidedogs)
- Smoking not allowed
- Facilities for hearing impaired
- Facilities for visually impaired
Members of Welcome to Excellence - Cultural Heritage - MDA - Museums Association - VHEY - Yorkshire Passion.
Self-Assessed Accessibility Details
Parking
Designated parking for guests with disabilities- Within 50 metres approx. of entrance
- The surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance:
- is solid
- Drop-off point for guests outside entrance
- The route from the parking area to the entrance:
- Is flat (i.e. without steps)
Public Areas
- Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift:
- From the entrance to reception / ticket area
- To the gift shop
- Good contrast between the floor and walls
- Contrast markings on clear surfaces such as glass doors
- Visitor information available in audio format
- Hearing loop installed in public areas
General
- Hearing loop system
- Seating available for visitors with limited mobility
- Clear signage
- Effective lighting for visually impaired visitors
- Good colour/tonal contrast for visually impaired visitors
- Displays at suitable height for wheelchair users / children
- Audible alarm system
Entrance
- Entrance is well lit
Food
- Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift to cafeteria
- Good contrast between the floor and walls
- Restaurant / cafe provide meals for visitors with special dietary requirements:
- Sugar free (diabetic)
- Nut free
- Additive free
- Seating suitable for wheelchair users, ie moveable and good height for person sitting in a wheelchair
Notes
We are presently only able to provide access for AMBULANT disabled persons - There are 3 staircases all with good handrails - Level floors throughout & well lit areas throughout - There are regular seating areas throughout the duration of the tour which last about 1hr 45mins - If disabled visitors have any questions or concerns please contact us BEFORE VISITING - T: 01964 630208.
