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Seventy years ago the Trinity weapon test set into motion a series of events which made York Cold War Bunker necessary. In this post, Rachael Bowers explores the events of 1945 and how this prompted governments to invest in nuclear bunkers.
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History of York Cold War Bunker
The York Cold War Bunker was constructed in 1961 as part of Britain’s defence against the impact of a nuclear strike. It operated within a national network of bunkers whose role was to observe and locate nuclear explosions, report on power and altitude, and track ensuing radiation.
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Featured Object: Ground Zero Indicator
This Ground Zero Indicator can be found in York Cold War Bunker, where it was designed to be used in a nuclear attack.
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Come and discover the semi-subterranean bunker which acted as a nerve centre during the Cold War to monitor nuclear fallout in Yorkshire from 1961 until 1991 in the event of a nuclear attack.
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Find out how to book your next group day out to York Bunker. We offer a discount to groups of 11 or more paying visitors.
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Great Days Out: Every one's a winner
From Neolithic burial chambers to a Cold War bunker, we reveal our record-setting sites to visit with your membership.
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Eight ghosts - Eight authors - eight historic sites
English Heritage announces a new collection of eight chilling ghost stories Mark Haddon, Jeanette Winterson and Sarah Perry are among those inspired by English Heritage properties across the country
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Frequently Asked Questions to help you plan your visit to The Bunker at Dover Castle.