RAF - Air Defence Radar Museum

About RAF - Air Defence Radar Museum

Air Defence Radar Museum (ADRM)

Air defence radar operations began at RAF Neatishead in 1942 and continued until 2004 when RAF Neatishead ceased to house Radars and became Remote Radar Head (RRH) Neatishead. RRH Neatishead still supplies engineering support to the Air Defence radar at Trimingham as well as providing Ground-to-Air communications.

When Cold War operations at RAF Neatishead moved into the underground bunker in 1995, the Operations Room was left intact and it eventually became the centre piece of the ADRM. The museum has expanded considerably since its inception and the most common observation of the visitors is that they wished they had scheduled more time for their visit. It's much bigger than you would imagine.

There is so much to see, including presentations on the part radar played in the Battle of Britain, Night Fighter operations, the history of Radar, Space Defence and the Coltishall rooms. Now visitors can see the once Secret Cold War Operations Room and have its secrets explained in detail. Visitors are encouraged to participate in the guided tours during which the Volunteer Guides tell the story and add a personal touch to the experience.

Opening times:

Tuesdays and Thursdays, April to October inclusive
The second Saturday each month – all year round
Bank Holiday Mondays (excluding Christmas/new Year)
Open from 1000-1700 (last entrance for guided tour is 1500)

Adult £5, Concession/pre-booked Group £4.50, Teens £3, 7-12s £1.50, under 7s free. Guided tours included. There is also a café serving hot and cold drinks and snacks. Group Visits (15-55) can be arranged outside these times.

Website: www.radarmuseum.co.uk

For further information contact the Manager/Curator, Chris Morshead, 01692 631485.

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