York Cold War Bunker

York Cold War Bunker External View
York Cold War Bunker External View (c)
York Cold War Bunker Kitchen - York Cold War Bunker Kitchen (c) York Cold War Bunker External View - York Cold War Bunker External View (c) York Cold War Bunker Enterance - York Cold War Bunker Enterance (c)

English Heritage's most modern, most unusual and perhaps most spine-chilling site, 'No. 20 Group Royal Observer Corps HQ' is the semi-subterranean bunker which would have monitored nuclear explosions and fallout in the Yorkshire region. In service between 1961 and 1991, the Bunker's control rooms display 'colour psychology decor' together with original monitoring and communications equipment. Decontamination rooms with air filters and special sewage ejectors were intended to seal off the 60-strong workforce from the devastated outside world. A guided tour, enhanced by a striking 10 minute film (PG rated) and interpretation, tells the story of the Cold War's 'Mutually Assured Destruction.'

What are the opening times?

DatesOpening TimesOpening Days
21 Mar-31 Oct 10am-4pm Tours every 1⁄2 hour lasting 1 hour. No need to book. Last tour begins at 3pm. Sat, Sun, & Bank Hols.
1 Nov-20 Mar, 1st and 3rd weekend in month: Tours every 1⁄2 hour. No need to book 10am-4pm Tours every 1⁄2 hour lasting 1 hour. No need to book. Last tour begins at 3pm.  
Weekdays: Admission for schools and groups only, booking 14 days in advance    

How much does it cost?

Adult:
£5.00
Children:
£3.00
Concession:
£4.00

How do I get there?

Address:
N. Yorkshire - YO24 4HT
Road Access:
Monument Close, off Acomb Road, near the Carlton Tavern, approx. 1mile from York city centre
Train Access:
York 1 1/4 miles
Bus Access:
First in York 1 mile from York railway station
Map Location:
Telephone:
01904 646940 (Clifford's Tower)

What facilities are available?

Facilities Available:
No dogs allowed Admission free for Overseas Vistor Pass holders Male Toilets Female Toilets