SEETHING (EGSJ)

Runways: 06/24 800m Asphalt

Landing Fee: Donation

448th SEETHING BOMBER GROUP

The museum is housed in the original war-time control tower, situated on Seething Airfield, Norfolk. Known as Station 146, the airfield was the war-time home of the 448th Bomb Group from 1943 - 1945, flying the B-24 Liberator heavy bomber. The 448th Bomb Group was part of the 2nd Air Division of the 8th American Air Force. It's B-24 Liberators contributed to the mighty formations of aircraft in the sky, which became a daily part of life to the East Anglian population.

The control tower has become a living memorial to the members of the 448th Bomb Group who lived and fought for freedom from the base. Many of them lost their lives in this struggle and a roll of honour is dedicated to them in the tower. There are two memorial stones dedicated to the 448th Bomb Group on the airfield and another memorial stone in the church yard in the village of Seething.

In the control tower there are many photographs, personal stories and diaries of the airmen, following their history through the years. An insight into the part Seething airfield played during World War Two. Uniforms and a large collection of other memorabilia combine to bring history alive.

All the work at the tower is done by a group of very dedicated people and is a labour of love to them. Finance for the upkeep of the tower is obtained from the sales of refreshments and souvenirs.

The museum is about a half mile walk around the airfield perimeter track from the Waveney Flying Group club house and tower.

Opening Times: First Sunday in each month from May to October inclusive.

Admission: Donation

Refreshments and Souvenirs available in the museum. Home-made cakes are a speciality, to avoid disappointment, don't leave it too late in the day.

Refreshments are also available in the club house of the Waveney Flying Group.

Travel Information:

Seething is a small village about 10 miles south-east of Norwich City and lies between the A146 road from Norwich to Lowestoft and the minor road B1332 Norwich to Bungay.

Further Information:

For further information about the museum and to arrange special openings, contact the 448th Bomber Group Historian, Mrs Patricia Everson, 'Stanmare', Seething, Norwich, Norfolk, NR15 1AL, England.
Telephone 01508 550787
International Number +44 1508 550787

For Membership Enquiries

For membership to the Tower Association, contact the Membership Secretary, Mr Jim Turner, The Beeches, Broke Road, Seething, Norwich, Norfolk, NR15 1DJ
Telephone 01508 550288
International Number +44 1508 550288

Link to the Seething Airfield page

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Last updated 31/01/04