Applegate House Air Raid Shelter

Step inside a hidden piece of Barton's wartime history. Barton Volunteers, together with staff and residents of Achieve Together, invite you to explore a rare surviving air raid shelter in the grounds of this former clinic. Built during the Second World War, the shelter provided refuge for local people during air raids, offering a poignant glimpse into the everyday experiences of wartime life in Barton upon Humber.

Timings

Friday 11 September:

1000-1500

Saturday 19 September:

1000-1500

Location & directions

Applegate House, 50 Holydyke, Barton-upon-Humber, Lincolnshire, DN18 5PP

Contact on day:

Caroline Edwards

Telephone number:

+441652660380

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

There are steep steps involved in accessing the shelter, and due to its nature it is a dark, enclosed space. There are also wartime sound effects in place that some visitors may find upsetting.

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