Follow in the footsteps of Heroes
on our In The Footsteps® of
Bomber Command in Lincolnshire
Lincolnshire proudly calls itself Bomber County. In the Second World War, there were 46 airfields within the county boundary, many flying the big bombers of Bomber Command.
We are pleased to offer a tour following in the footsteps of Bomber Command in Lincolnshire. This tour can also be tailored to look at the Dambusters or even the part played by Empire and/or Allied Air Forces.
Our recommended accommodation for your tour is the Petwood Hotel in Woodhall Spa. This is a great location that is connected to our tours and was requisitioned by the RAF for use as the Officers' Mess for the squadrons at RAF Woodhall Spa. The hotel is very aware of its history and there are a few bits and pieces in the hotel that you can look at in your free time.
Our Bomber Command in Lincolnshire Tour
Day One
- Meet at the Petwood Hotel at 09:00 hrs for an introductory tour of the hotel
- A full morning at the Lincoln Aviation Heritage Centre
- In the afternoon visit:
Thorpe Camp Visitor Centre
617 Squadron RAF Memorial at Woodhall Spa - Return to the Petwood Hotel for approximately 17:30 hrs
Day Two
- Pick up from the Petwood Hotel at 09:00 hrs
- RAF Metheringham airfield and 106 Squadron RAF Memorial
- RAF Waddington Heritage Centre
- International Bomber Command Centre
- 9 Squadron RAF Memorial at Bardney
- Return to the Petwood Hotel for approximately 17:30 hrs
Please note:
Midweek tours have the advantage of allowing visits to the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Visitor Centre, which is closed at weekends.
If you would like to include a taxi ride in a Lancaster Bomber while at the Lincoln Aviation Heritage Centre please let us know as we would need to check availability prior to your tour. These taxi rides can get booked up well in advance, so the more notice you can give us the greater your chance of securing a place.
Itineraries are subject to change due to operational reasons. Any changes will be
advised closer to the time of departure.
The cost of your tour
The cost of your tour is £350.00 GBP * per day.
This price is based upon one to nine people travelling in your own vehicle. Your battlefield historian will travel in their own vehicle or join you in your vehicle depending upon COVID restrictions.
If your group is larger than 9 people, no problem. Just let us know and we will put together a proposal for you.
An additional supplement may apply for anniversary dates to cover any increase in the associated
costs.
Booking indicates your acceptance of our Tour Terms and Conditions.
What your tour includes
- Full day escorted tour with our expert battlefield historian
- The opportunity to discuss your travel plans with our expert team.
What your tour does not include
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Drinks
- Museum entrance fees
- Personal expenses
- Personal travel insurance
- Gratuities.
Optional Extras
Your tour can have optional extras added. We can, for example, add any of the following to your tour: -
- Additional tour days
- Accommodation at our recommended Petwood Hotel
- Half-board or Full-board option
- In-tour travel in a vehicle driven by your battlefield historian
- Transfers to and from the battlefield area.
Customising your tour
All of our tours are fully customisable to allow you to see the sites that are most important to you. Where changes to the standard itinerary are made there may be an additional charge to cover the associated additional costs.
Financial Protection
Your money is safe. We are members of the TTA and all monies paid to us are held in a trust account and cannot be drawn down by us until the tour is over.
Why travel with In The Footsteps?
- We have over 16 years experience in designing and operating Private Battlefield Tours, Battlefield Studies and Staff Rides.
- Our team of battlefield historians and guides are selected for their experience, depth of knowledge, enthusiasm and ability to tell the story in an entertaining and engaging way. The majority are accredited members of the prestigious Guild of Battlefield Guides. This means they endeavour to maintain high levels of good practice commensurate with the Guild's ethos.
- We operate a full booking, planning and design service.
- Office is open 24-hours a day whilst the tour is operating.
- Combined Employers and Public Liability Insurance (a copy can be supplied upon request).
Enquire About Your Bomber Command Tour Today
If you are interested in one of our Bomber Command tours please contact us on enquiries@inthefootsteps.com or click on the button below which will take you to our Enquiry Form. Either way, please tell us which tour you are interested in, when you would like to go and how many people there are in your party. You will receive a reply within 24 hours.
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Page last updated: 16 July 2021.