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RAF Bradwell Bay Preservation Group
📍 CM0 7PN
Photo: Arthur Stevens (CC BY-SA 2.0), via Wikimedia Commons
- Memorial to RAF Bradwell Bay airfield and its squadrons
- 1970s control tower still visible at former airfield
- Learn about 17 squadrons and aircraft types once based here
- Fundraising project to build a museum near the memorial
- Facebook community for enthusiasts of the airfield's history
RAF Bradwell Bay Preservation Group tells the story of a airfield whose initial involvement of aviation at Bradwell-on-sea began with Dengie Flats. The station saw aircraft types including Boston Havocs, Mosquito's, Spitfire's, Tempest's, Blenheim's and Beaufighter's, with personnel at times exceeding 2000 people. You can still see the 1970s Control Tower, and the group is dedicated to researching and preserving the memories of the site, while trying to fundraise to build a museum near the memorial. Based in Bradwell-on-Sea, Maldon, Kent, it lies within reach of Southminster station 7 miles away and West Mersea beach 2.2 miles away, with 28 bookable places to stay within 5 miles nearby.
Practical details
- Best for
- Aviation history enthusiasts and researchers
From the attraction's own website on 27 Sep 2026 — check before you travel.
Facilities
- ✓ Gift Shop
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