Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRAF Bicester: World War II airfield

RAF Bicester: World War II airfield

England
List entry 1021455
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England
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Overview

History & significance

RAF Bicester is a World War II airfield located in Oxfordshire, England, established in the 1930s and developed as an operational Royal Air Force station during the Second World War. The airfield served as a base for bomber and fighter operations throughout the war, with its layout and infrastructure reflecting the standard dispersed design of RAF stations of that period. The site retains various structural remains including hangars, technical buildings, and perimeter structures characteristic of wartime airfield construction. RAF Bicester represents a significant example of military aviation infrastructure from the 1939–1945 period and is recorded on the National Heritage List for England under entry 1021455.

RAF Bicester: World War II airfield is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1021455. View the official record →

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What is RAF Bicester: World War II airfield?

RAF Bicester is a World War II airfield located in Oxfordshire, England, established in the 1930s and developed as an operational Royal Air Force station during the Second World War. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1021455.

Who is responsible for protecting RAF Bicester: World War II airfield?

RAF Bicester: World War II airfield is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1021455.

What other scheduled monuments are near RAF Bicester: World War II airfield?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site SE of church (2.1 km), Wretchwick deserted medieval settlement (2.7 km), Alchester Roman parade ground, access road and marching camp (4.5 km).

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