Parham Airfield Museum

Parham Airfield Museum sits on a former military airfield and displays aircraft components, uniforms, weapons, and documents from multiple armies involved in World War II. The exhibits are spread across restored buildings, including a control tower and an underground operational base.

The airfield was built as RAF Framlingham and became a US Air Force base from 1943 to 1945, home to the 390th Bombardment Group. The base played a major role in bombing operations over Europe during those final years of the war.

The place reveals how British people prepared for a potential German invasion and what military life looked like during wartime. Visitors can see the day-to-day reality of soldiers and civilians facing uncertainty in their own country.

The museum spans several buildings across the site, so plan time to walk between different sections. Comfortable shoes are recommended, especially if you want to explore both outdoor areas and the underground exhibits.

The museum preserves a reconstructed underground command center where wartime decisions were made. It also displays rare equipment like time-fuse devices and hidden communication tools that soldiers used during operations.

Location: Great Glemham

Location: Marlesford

Inception: 1981

Website: http://parhamairfieldmuseum.co.uk

GPS coordinates: 52.19556,1.40389

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:05