Bunker Tours - RAF Holmpton - 2014 at Bunker Tours - RAF Holmpton
Museum - Military, next open Wed 23 Jul - Thu 28 Aug 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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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 All New Family Friendly 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 |
|---|---|
| Wed 23 Jul - Thu 28 Aug 2014 | Mon - Sun 14:00 to 16:00 |
| Sat 30 Aug - Sat 1 Nov 2014 | Wed - Thu 14:00 to 16:00 | Sat - Sun 14:00 to 16:00 |
| Sat 8 Nov - Sat 20 Dec 2014 | Sat 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.
