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sneaky fox
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Visited today with The Ancient Mariner, although not strictly UE it is still relevant.
Kelvedon Hatch needs little explanation. It started life as a RAF ROTOR station and was later transformed into an RGHQ Nuclear Bunker. Decommissioned in 1992 and now open to the public as a museum.
It could house 600 people who would be responsible for local government after the event of a nuclear attack.
For those who haven't seen Kelvedon, it is worthy of a visit. Very relaxed atmosphere, with payment "on trust" being the order of the day. A photo pass is available for £5.
Onto the pictures...
The entrance bungalow:
Access tunnel:
Dosimeter:
Radio communications:
Blast door:
Telephone exchange:
Teleprinters:
AWDREY:
Plant room:
Protect and Survive...
Dormatory:
Great visit, great company. An interesting insight into a byegone era of the Cold War.
Kelvedon Hatch needs little explanation. It started life as a RAF ROTOR station and was later transformed into an RGHQ Nuclear Bunker. Decommissioned in 1992 and now open to the public as a museum.
It could house 600 people who would be responsible for local government after the event of a nuclear attack.
For those who haven't seen Kelvedon, it is worthy of a visit. Very relaxed atmosphere, with payment "on trust" being the order of the day. A photo pass is available for £5.
Onto the pictures...
The entrance bungalow:
Access tunnel:
Dosimeter:
Radio communications:
Blast door:
Telephone exchange:
Teleprinters:
AWDREY:
Plant room:
Protect and Survive...
Dormatory:
Great visit, great company. An interesting insight into a byegone era of the Cold War.
