INTERNATIONAL BOMBER COMMAND CENTRE

The multi award-winning International Bomber Command Centre includes a 31-metre tall memorial spire and walls that feature the names of all those who lost their lives serving or supporting Bomber Command. The only place in the world where all of the Command’s losses are commemorated. These are set in landscaped Peace gardens – one reflecting Lincolnshire’s enormous contribution to the war and one acknowledging the service and support of over 60 nations.

The Chadwick Centre brings to life the experience of those involved or affected by the fight to preserve the freedom we enjoy today.

Using state-of-the-art technology and interactive displays it tells the story of Bomber Command, through the eyes of those who witnessed events first-hand. Interviews with veterans of both Air and Ground Crew, and support staff from around the world, come together to create an Orchestra of Voices. There are accounts from survivors of the Allied bombing campaign, members of the Resistance Movement, and people affected by the influx of thousands of service personnel into their communities.

You can discover:
• What it was like serving as Aircrew, or providing support to Bomber Command
• What it was like to take part in an operation
• What it was like to be involved in a bombing sortie
• The story of the civilians building the aircraft
• The impact of the raids on the targeted populations
• The debates in the War Cabinet about the wisdom of campaigns
• The struggle for recognition by those who served Bomber Command
• The impact that Bomber Command had on the War and those involved
• The contribution of Lincolnshire to the War effort

The exhibition content is available in written or audio form in German, French, Dutch, Italian and Polish

The view through the Memorial Spire leads directly to Lincoln Cathedral, reflecting the sight that let those of Bomber Command, flying from Bomber County, 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.

GUIDED TOURS
Free guided tours are available of the Spire Memorial and Peace Gardens daily every half hour (hourly in winter months).

GROUPS
Groups of more than 20 must pre-book their visit. There is a discounted group rate of £7.00 per person, only available with pre-booked visits.

Coach parking is available at £5 for half-day, £10 all day. Coach drivers and tour guides complimentary tickets.

A fantastic day out! Great staff and facilities. We visited as a large coach party – from booking, to visiting, to leaving – the IBCC couldn’t do enough for us! A big thank you!
A Goodfellow, Robin Hood Travel Ltd

TRAVELLING TO THE IBCC
The International Bomber Command Centre is located 2.6 miles to the south of Lincoln city centre and is close to the villages of Canwick and Bracebridge Heath.

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

ACCESSIBILITY

The entire site is accessible for wheelchair users, or visitors with limited mobility, with flat grounds and lifts to the upper floors. Wheelchairs are available for use. Accessible toilets are available on both floors.

There is also a Changing Places room on the ground floor.

There is a hearing aid loop, and all displays have been designed according to sight impairment standards. Introduction videos and many interactive displays include subtitles and there is also a large print guide to the exhibition.

There are accessible parking spaces available close to the centre.