RAF Woodhall Spa

East Linsdey, Lincolnshire, GB 🇬🇧 Closed Airport

ICAO

GB-1337

IATA

Elevation

33 ft

Region

GB-ENG

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Airport Information

GPS Code: Not available

Local Code: Not available

Location: 53.131667° N, -0.18444° E

Continent: EU

Type: Closed Airport

Keywords: Tattershall Thorpe No. 617 Squadron Dambusters Bristol Bloodhound Missile site Thorpe Camp Visitor Centre Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust RAF Coningsby satellite

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What Travelers Say

AI-Generated Summary Based on web research

RAF Woodhall Spa, no longer an active airfield, is predominantly visited as a significant historical site and a tranquil nature reserve. Visitors generally appreciate its rich WWII aviation heritage, particularly its strong ties to the Dambusters, and the serene environment for wildlife observation. While the site offers a unique blend of history and nature, accessibility for some areas can be a consideration.

What Travelers Love

The profound sense of history, especially its connection to the Dambusters (617 Squadron) and other WWII operations.
The peaceful and natural environment of the Woodhall Spa Airfield Nature Reserve, offering opportunities for wildlife viewing and quiet reflection.
The Thorpe Camp Visitor Centre, which provides engaging displays and a memorial garden dedicated to the squadrons that operated from the airfield.
The charming village of Woodhall Spa itself, with its Victorian elegance, mineral springs, and other attractions like the Kinema in the Woods and Jubilee Park.

Common Complaints

The extensive walk along the former runway at the nature reserve, which can be challenging for older visitors and veterans.
Requiring an access code for pedestrian entry to the nature reserve on weekends, which must be obtained during weekdays.
Limited physical remnants of the original airfield infrastructure, as much of the site was later used for quarrying or returned to agricultural use.

Traveler Tips

If planning a weekend visit to the Woodhall Spa Airfield Nature Reserve, contact the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust on a weekday beforehand to secure the necessary access code. Be prepared for a substantial walk if you intend to explore the full extent of the former runways at the nature reserve, and consider this if you have mobility concerns. For a comprehensive understanding of the site's military history, a visit to the Thorpe Camp Visitor Centre is highly recommended.

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Airport Closure Information

Closed Airport Information

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