East Lindsey aviation history features in new guide

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Thursday, March 07, 2013
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EAST Lindsey's aviation heritage now features in a brand new guide.

East Lindsey District Council officially launched the guide at the Petwood Hotel in Woodhall Spa which was once home to 617 Squadron, The Dambusters.  

  1. 'Just Jane' Lancaster at East Kirkby in Lincolnshire

    'Just Jane' Lancaster at East Kirkby in Lincolnshire

  2. AVIATION HISTORY: East Lindsey District Coucnil has launched a guide on aviation sites. Pictured from left are Howard Heely from Lincolnshire Aviation History, Dave Harrigan from LAH, Coucnillor Doreen Stephenson leader of ELDC, Stuart Davy ELDC Chief Executive, Councillor Craig Leyland portfolio holder for Economic Regeneration and Phil Bonner from LAH.

    AVIATION HISTORY: East Lindsey District Council has launched a guide on aviation sites. Pictured from left are Howard Heely from Lincolnshire Aviation History, Dave Harrigan from LAH, Councillor Doreen Stephenson leader of ELDC, Stuart Davy ELDC Chief Executive, Councillor Craig Leyland portfolio holder for Economic Regeneration and Phil Bonner from LAH.

The guide, called East Lindsey Aviation Heritage, introduces readers to the district's rich aviation history, pinpointing active RAF stations and former airfield sites such as Coningsby, East Kirkby, Manby, Spilsby, Strubby and Woodhall Spa.

This year marks the 70th anniversary of the famous Dambusters' raid which is regarded as one of the one of the world's most daring bombing raids.

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As part of the launch, which was attended by 80 people, Aviation Historian, Howard Heeley, hosted a talk on 'aviation connections in East Lindsey.

Portfolio holder for economic regeneration at the district council and ward councillor for Woodhall Spa, Councillor Craig Leyland, said: "I am delighted that the district council has been able to launch this guide, which highlights the importance of our aviation heritage.

"The booklet is a fantastic guide, not only for visitors to the area, but for local residents who may not be aware of our local aviation history."

The aviation guide is available at Tourist Information Centres across the district or to download from www.visitskegnessandmablethorpe.com

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