Brightwell Heath

Downs, Moorland in Suffolk East Suffolk

England

Brightwell Heath

RAF Martlesham Memorials Each of the three memorials respect a different aspect of RAF Martlesham.
The Memorial on the left <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5049313" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5049313">Link</a> is in Remembrance of the men of the USAAF 356th Fighter Group who lost their lives in the course of their duty.
The smaller central memorial <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5049318" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5049318">Link</a> is to RAF Station Martlesham itself and the contribution it made to the advancement of flight safety in both Military and Civil Aviation. From 1917 when it was the Aircraft Experimental Station of the Royal Flying Corps and continued in service until 1963. Between 1924 and 1939 it expanded its role and was renamed Aeroplane and Armament Experimental Establishment. At the outbreak of World war Two it became a Fighter base for the RAF and USAAF. Post war it resumed its experimental and research which included the Blind Landing Experimental Unit and the Bomb Ballistics Unit.
The Memorial on the right <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5049332" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5049332">Link</a> is in memory of all those who gave their lives in War and Peace while serving at RAF Martlesham Heath. Including members of the Royal Flying Corps, Royal Air Force, Dominions and Exiled Air Forces and the British Aircraft Industry. — RAF Martlesham Memorials Credit: Adrian S Pye

Brightwell Heath is a picturesque rural area located in Suffolk, England. Nestled between the Downs and Moorland, it offers a unique and diverse landscape for residents and visitors alike. Covering an area of approximately 5 square miles, Brightwell Heath is renowned for its natural beauty and tranquil surroundings.

The Downs in Brightwell Heath are characterized by rolling hills, vast meadows, and lush greenery. This area boasts breathtaking views, making it a haven for hikers and nature enthusiasts. The Downs are home to a wide variety of plant and animal species, including rare wildflowers and several bird species, providing an opportunity for nature lovers to explore and appreciate the local flora and fauna.

On the other hand, the Moorland in Brightwell Heath offers a different landscape. With its vast expanses of heather, gorse, and peat bogs, the Moorland is a unique habitat that supports a range of wildlife. It is particularly popular with birdwatchers, as it provides a habitat for rare species such as the hen harrier and the short-eared owl.

Brightwell Heath is also dotted with charming villages and hamlets, where locals live a peaceful and idyllic countryside lifestyle. The community is tight-knit, and residents take pride in preserving the natural environment and heritage of the area.

Overall, Brightwell Heath is a place of natural beauty and tranquility, offering a diverse range of landscapes and a haven for those seeking to immerse themselves in the wonders of the Suffolk countryside.

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RAF Martlesham Memorials

Each of the three memorials respect a different aspect of RAF Martlesham. The Memorial on the left Link is in Remembrance of the men of the USAAF 356th Fighter Group who lost their lives in the course of their duty. The smaller central memorial Link is to RAF Station Martlesham itself and the contribution it made to the advancement of flight safety in both Military and Civil Aviation. From 1917 when it was the Aircraft Experimental Station of the Royal Flying Corps and continued in service until 1963. Between 1924 and 1939 it expanded its role and was renamed Aeroplane and Armament Experimental Establishment. At the outbreak of World war Two it became a Fighter base for the RAF and USAAF. Post war it resumed its experimental and research which included the Blind Landing Experimental Unit and the Bomb Ballistics Unit. The Memorial on the right Link is in memory of all those who gave their lives in War and Peace while serving at RAF Martlesham Heath. Including members of the Royal Flying Corps, Royal Air Force, Dominions and Exiled Air Forces and the British Aircraft Industry.

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Memorial to USAAF personnel, RAF Martlesham Heath

The left memorial in this group of three Link Erected in Remembrance of the men of the USAAF 356th Fighter Group who lost their lives in the course of their duty. Names should be readable in largest image.

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The central of three RAF Martlesham Heath Memorials

This memorial is one of three Link and is to RAF Station Martlesham itself and the contribution it made to the advancement of flight safety in both Military and Civil Aviation. From 1917 when it was the Aircraft Experimental Station of the Royal Flying Corps until 1963. Between 1924 and 1939 it expanded its role and was renamed Aeroplane and Armament Experimental Establishment. At the outbreak of World War Two it became a Fighter base for the RAF and USAAF. Post war it resumed its experimental and research which included the Blind Landing Experimental Unit and the Bomb Ballistics Unit until its closure in 1963.

Adrian S Pye

Memorial to the role of RAF Martlesham Heath 1919-1963

This Memorial is the one on the right of this group Link it is in memory of all those who gave their lives in War and Peace while serving at RAF Martlesham Heath. Including members of the Royal Flying Corps, Royal Air Force, Dominions and Exiled Air Forces and the British Aircraft Industry.

Adrian S Pye

Once the Barracks Blocks of RAF Martlesham Heath

Four Barracks blocks still stand surrounding what was once the parade ground. The Barracks are currently mainly residential with some utilised as office accommodation.

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Ex-Station Headquarters RAF Martlesham Heath

The old Station HQ is now the offices of Innovation Martlesham which is an established cluster of high-tech ICT companies located at Adastral Park.

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Ex-RAF Martlesham Heath Station Commander's house

The Station Commander's house is currently used as offices for Arena Travel who specialise the Royal British Legion’s “Journeys of Remembrance” tours to the battlefields of Europe, Africa and Asia via the RBL’s own travel company, Remembrance Travel.

Adrian S Pye