Battle of Britain Bunker

Tomorrow, take the chance to see the rooms usually off-limits to the public on our 'Secrets Uncovered Tour'. Explore the hidden rooms and facinating history behind our top-secrets Second World War Bunker. 🕜️ 10:00 📅 Saturday 28 March 🔗 buff.ly/D6BrGYp

Thank you for visiting! See you next year!

Today is International Women’s Day, a day dedicated to the appreciation and recognition of women around the globe. We are celebrating here at the Bunker with a day full of tours, talks, and music, sharing the stories of the women who worked here. ©Betty Giles #IWD #WAAF

Ahead of 'International Women's Day at the Battle of Britain Bunker' this Sunday 8 March, discover more about the the history of the WAAF here 👉️ buff.ly/1CmG0Xm ©️ Betty Giles

✨ Bunk Down at the Bunker ✨ Join us for a museum sleepover as we invite uniformed groups (Girl Guiding and Scouting) to take part in our second 2026 Bunk Down at the Bunker! We have spaces available for March (dates below)🔎 👉 bunker@hillingdon.gov.uk / 01895238154

March at the Bunker🌸 Sun 8- International Women’s Day Sat 21 11:30- Speaker Series: James Jeffries- ‘The Battle of Britain on Film and TV’ Sat 21 13:00- ‘In Their Words’ Tour Sat 21 14:30- Self-Guided Bunker Tour Sat 28 10:00 Secrets Uncovered Tour buff.ly/S8OhfcD

International Women’s Day is approaching, and a popular choice in our shop is 'The Women Behind the Few' by Dr. Sarah-Louise Miller. . Join us on Sunday, 8 March, for Dr. Miller's talk as part of our celebrations. More info 👉️ buff.ly/1YosyN4

WAAFs lived in basic, accommodation, with on coal fires and wearing flannel pyjamas, cardigans and mittens to stay warm. They worked below ground, plotting battles as they happened above. Celebrate these women with us this International Women's Day 👉 buff.ly/JTW51rA

This International Women’s Day: Talks 🎤 11:30 – “Wargame Women” with Dr Sarah-Louise Miller 🎙️ 12:30 – “The Hidden History of Women at War” with Dilip Sarkar 💬 14:30 – Panel: Women in Heritage 🎟️ Day tickets from £15. Book now 👉 buff.ly/JTW51rA

🚨 Tomorrow 🚨 Join us at the Bunker for a talk on the remarkable story of the only woman to parachute from Britain to Nazi-German occupied Poland, the resistance fighter Elżbieta Zawacka: Agent ‘Zo’ Tickets are £5 and can be purchased here 👉 buff.ly/hUMR0nu

Women of the WAAF made up 80% of Bunker staff, with disrupted sleep, intense action, and claustrophobic conditions. Join us on 8 March for International Women's Day at The Bunker to explore their stories. Discover more here 👉 buff.ly/JTW51rA (c) Betty Giles

Discover the Bunker at your leisure with our Self-Guided Tour! Ideal for those who like the freedom to explore at their own pace. 👶 Perfect for young adventurers who love to wander! 👉 buff.ly/hUMR0nu 📆 Sat, 21st Feb 🕑 14:30 - 16:00 #ExploreMore #FamilyFun

Love: Now on Permanent Exhibit! 💌 Book your special day at the Battle of Britain Bunker and say yes overlooking our spectacular visitor centre. For more information on wedding hire visit our website 👉 buff.ly/hFTqZrq

International Women’s Day at the Battle of Britain Bunker - Sunday 8 March 2026 Talks, special tours, family activities and live music celebrating women in wartime and heritage. Ticket packages available – purchase your tickets here 👉️ buff.ly/cfqVrhg ©️ Betty Giles

Discover the Bunker this half term. Enjoy family-friendly tours, let creativity shine in LEGO sessions, and engage in crafts in the Mess Hall. Toddlers can enjoy delightful tales at Pipsqueaks Storytime. 🎟️ Free with admission/Pipsqueaks is £2.50 👉 buff.ly/FmNqE8A

🚨Speaker Series- 21 February🚨 We will be joined by Clare Mulley, speaking about her book ‘Agent Zo’, which brings to life the story of Elżbieta Zawacka, the only female member of the Polish elite special forces. £5/free for Hillingdon Heritage Members.

Got unwanted or bulky items to get rid of? Hillingdon Council’s new Pop-Up Waste Drop is coming to the Bunker! 📍 Saturday 10AM - 2PM 🪪 Bring proof of address or your HillingdonFirst card 💪 Please note: residents must be able to carry their items. 👉 buff.ly/FmNqE8A

This week we will host the 2026 Hillingdon Community Awards. The Awards celebrate those who make a real difference across Hillingdon. ℹ️ Info: buff.ly/TKu4CYj Please note: the Awards are not open to the public. The Visitor Centre will close at 15:00 on 10 February.

Looking forward to your talk!

🚨Speaker Series- 7 February🚨 Roger Moorhouse will be speaking about his new book Wolfpack: Inside Hitler’s U-Boat War, giving a captivating account of the U-Boat war. Tickets £5- free for Hillingdon Heritage Members. Advance booking is recommended- book tickets on our website