493rd Bomb Group Museum 2026
Suffolk
RAF Martlesham Heath played a pivotal role in the development of aviation in Great Britain. Based in the original Control Tower, as used through most of WW2, this museum is crammed full of interesting items, photos and stories, giving the history of the Heath.
Contacts
Operator: Martlesham Heath Aviation Society
Address: Rear of Parkers Place (off Eagle Way) Martlesham Heath Ipswich Suffolk IP5 3UZ
- Email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
- Website: View website
Open Days & Times
1st Sun in month Apr-Oct 1400-1630. Visit website or facebook or more details.
Travel
- By Bus: 66
- By Rail: Woodbridge / 5 miles
Facilities
- Parking
- Refreshments
The new airfield was dedicated on the 16th January 1917 but prior to its dedication, in late 1916, the Aeroplane Experimental Flight moved in and the new airfield was named as the Aeroplane Experimental Station.
