Where was RAF Nocton Hall?
Lincolnshire
In the Second World War, the Americans again used the house as a military hospital after which it was taken over by the RAF and an extensive hospital developed in the grounds….
| Nocton Hall | |
|---|---|
| Location | Nocton, Lincolnshire |
| Country | England |
| Construction started | 1834 (second house) |
| Client | Robert Hobart (second house) |
Can you get into Nocton Hall?
Over many years local residents have enjoyed unfettered access to the ‘pleasure grounds’ of Nocton Hall.
When did Nocton Hall close?
31st March 1983
RAF Nocton Hall was a 740 bed hospital under RAF control until 1984, used by civilians and forces personnel, one of the country’s undisputed RAF Hospitals. The decision to close Nocton Hall as a military hospital was taken on 31st March 1983.
When did RAF Manby Close?
31st March 1974
With the closure of RAF Strubby in 1972, Manby received their Dominies and moved the Varsities on to RAF Oakington. But by now rumours were rife that Manby was also on the list of airfields to close. The rumours proved to be true and the station officially closed on 31st March 1974.
When did RAF Binbrook Close?
RAF Binbrook closed in 1942 for the installation of three concrete runways, reopening in 1943 as home to No. 460 Squadron, Royal Australian Air Force.
What happened RAF Manby?
More sections were sold off in July 1980, when a large chunk of the airfield itself including most of the runways, taxiways and the two control towers were put to auction. Today the former RAF Manby is a thriving Industrial Estate and many of the old buildings including the control tower are still visible today.
Who owns Binbrook airfield?
Ministry of Defence
| RAF Binbrook | |
|---|---|
| Owner | Ministry of Defence |
| Operator | Royal Air Force |
| Condition | Closed |
| Site history |
What happened RAF Binbrook?
Royal Air Force Binbrook or RAF Binbrook was a Royal Air Force station, now closed, located near Binbrook, Lincolnshire, England. The old domestic site (married quarters) has been renamed to become the village of Brookenby….
| RAF Binbrook | |
|---|---|
| Condition | Closed |
| Site history | |
| Built | 1939–1940 |
| In use | 1940–1992 |
What year did RAF Binbrook Close?
1942
RAF Binbrook, located at Binbrook, England, was opened as a Bomber Command station in June 1940 during World War II. It closed in 1942 for the installation of concrete runways, reopening in 1943 as home to 460 Squadron, Royal Australian Air Force.