WW2 Airfield Walk & Talk

Name: WW2 Airfield Walk & Talk
Start: 2025-09-06T10:00:00+01:00
End: 2025-09-06T17:00:00+01:00
Location: Essex Golf and Country Club

Schedule

Sat Sep 06 2025 at 10:00 am to 05:00 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

Essex Golf and Country Club | Earls Colne, EN

Step Back in Time: WW2 Airfield Walk & Talk at The Essex Golf & Country Club.
Join the Earls Colne Museum for an immersive, all-day historical experience on Saturday, September 6th, from 10 AM to 5 PM.
Discover the fascinating history of a wartime airfield, walking in the footsteps of those who served.
The day includes:
Captivating Illustrated Talk: Delve into the airfield's construction and its pivotal role for the USAAF "Marauder Men" (1943-1944) and the RAF (1944-1945), including its use by bombers, gliders, and even the SAS.
Marks Hall HQ - adjacent to the airfield, perimeter tracks, ruins, Memorial.
Guided Airfield & Marks Hall "Then and Now" Walk: Relive the wartime years as you walk the remains of the original runway & buildings and visit memorials. This escorted walk is led by Malcolm Hobbs, whose family has owned the airfield and business park since the 1960s, offering his unique insights.
Flexible Options: If you prefer not to walk, enjoy additional video footage at The Essex or take a self-guided car tour to local memorials.
Convenient Amenities: Refreshments and lunch/teas will be available for purchase at The Essex.
Accommodation: Hotel accommodation is also available for those wishing to extend their stay - many other airfields/museums in the area!
Tickets from: https://www.theessexgolfandcountryclub.com/events/september-2025/airfield-walk-and-talk/