Museum
International Bomber Command Centre
50 locals recommend
Location
Canwick Avenue
Lincoln, England
Tips from locals
Memorial spire, walls, peace gardens and visitor centre marking the service and sacrifice of those serving Bomber Command in WWII.
A historical place with interesting exhibitions about various wars and the history of the RAF.
A centre for the recognition of the importance of Bomber Command during World War II.
The Bomber Command Memorial is the UK's tallest war memorial. Beautiful, moving and not to be missed, it tells the story of the history of bomber command in Lincolnshire. An interesting place to visit for children and adults alike. It's so tall you can see it from Lincoln Castle!
A memorial spire, walls, peace gardens, and visitor centre that mark the service and sacrifice of World War II aircrew, ground crew and support staff who lost their lives whilst serving with Bomber Command. The International Bomber Command Centre includes a 31-metre tall memorial spire and walls that feature the names of all those who lost their lives during the Second World War serving or supporting Bomber Command. There are also two peace gardens: one Lincolnshire and one International. An educational interpretation centre with full visitor facilities includes a state-of-the-art exhibition over three galleries telling the project's core themes: Recognition, Remembrance and Reconciliation. The exhibition includes the first-hand testimonies of those who survived. The IBCC, via its digital archive, delivers the most comprehensive coverage of Bomber Command globally, including the contribution and effect on over 60 nations. The view through the Memorial Spire leads directly to Lincoln Cathedral, reflecting the view that let those of Bomber Command know they were almost home from their missions, and importantly for those who failed to return flying from Lincolnshire, provided their last view of their home. The International Bomber Command Centre is located 2.6 miles to the south of Lincoln city centre and is close to Canwick and Bracebridge Heath villages. The postcode for the IBCC is LN4 2HQ, and for those using the app What 3 Words, the IBCC can be located at: noise.rubble.soccer By Car - Access to the site is from Canwick Avenue B1131 (opposite a Premier Inn and Beefeater Restaurant).
A memorial spire, walls, peace gardens, and visitor centre that mark the service and sacrifice of World War II aircrew, ground crew and support staff who lost their lives whilst serving with Bomber Command. The International Bomber Command Centre includes a 31-metre tall memorial spire and walls tha…