It is one of the world’s longest-running radar stations, and now the RAF Air Defence Radar Museum is about to open a new chapter.
The site, at Neatishead on the Norfolk Broads, is to host its first-ever ‘hands-on history’ day with the aim of transporting visitors “through the history of air defence”.
The event will also commemorate the anniversary of the D-Day landings and showcase the museum’s newest exhibit - the UK’s only complete Bloodhound missile system.
Dr Hattie Hearn, the museum’s manager, said: “The museum is excited to be holding its first-ever living history event.
“The day promises to be a fantastic celebration of Britain’s proud history of air defence, shining a light on the important role that RAF Neatishead has played in defending our skies.
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“There’ll be hands-on activities for all the family that will really bring this history to life.”
The Sunday, June 4 event runs from 10am-4pm and will also feature re-enactments in the museum’s Second World War plotting room, historical exhibits, 1940s music and a display of military vehicles.
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