The main base of operations for the 490th during their time in the UK, Eye is a huge part of wartime history.
RAF MENDLESHAM
station 156
A few miles up the road from Eye. Mendlesham worked closely with station 134 during the conflict.
RAF Debach
STATION 152
A mile or two outside of woodbridge. Debach worked closely alongside 490th base at Eye.
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Great Ashfield
STATION 155
Great Ashfield was home to the 385th Bomb Group. Part of the 93rd Combat Bombardment Wing.
Nearby to eye
Trails
Theres lots of walking and cycling trails over our airfields, with lots of history to see on the route.
Construction
Bomber airbase constructions were huge tasks but engineers and contractors always got it done in time.
Engineers
Thousands of British & American engineers worked at airbases all over the UK and their jobs were very important.
Local buses
& accomodation
If you're planning to stay in or around Eye, or to visit the memorial and airfield, you can find helpful information here. Please search buses 112, 113, and 114.
