RAF Bircham Newton [entry point]

Title

RAF Bircham Newton [entry point]

Description

RAF Bircham Newton was an RAF station located in north Norfolk 13 miles (21 kms) north east of King’s Lynn.

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The station was initially used during World War One. During World War Two the station was in Coastal Command. It was used for anti-shipping, maritime patrols, air-sea rescue and meterological flights. Squadrons using the station included 119, 206, 235, 279, 280, 320, 415 and 524. Aircraft used included Ansons, Hudsons, Blenheims and Wellingtons.



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Contributor

Nigel Moore

Citation

“RAF Bircham Newton [entry point],” IBCC Digital Archive, accessed June 15, 2025, https://ibccdigitalarchive.lincoln.ac.uk/collections/document/44023.