Cold War brought to life at Buckminster public event

History enthusiasts will be able to experience another chilling reminder of Britain's past on Sunday.
By The Newsroom
Published 8th Apr 2016, 10:00 BST
Jed Jaggard outside the Royal Observer Corps monitoring post museum at Buckminster PHOTO: Tim WilliamsJed Jaggard outside the Royal Observer Corps monitoring post museum at Buckminster PHOTO: Tim Williams
Jed Jaggard outside the Royal Observer Corps monitoring post museum at Buckminster PHOTO: Tim Williams

A Cold War event has been organised by Jed Jaggard of Up An’ At ‘Em History on Buckminster Primary School’s playing fields.

There will be Cold War re-enactors and displays, a Britain and the Bomb talk, military vehicle visits, a civil defence rescue demonstration and much more.

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The Buckminster Bunker will also be open for a chance to look around the Royal Observer Corps monitoring post which was set up in case of nuclear war.

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The fascinating Cold War event which starts at 10am-4pm, is £3 for adults, and £1 for children and concessions. Hot and cold refreshments will be served.

For more information about the day call (01664) 566005 or email [email protected]

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