Runway ironmongery

Introduction

The photograph on this page of Runway ironmongery by Neil Owen as part of the Geograph project.

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Runway ironmongery

Image: © Neil Owen Taken: 7 Sep 2015

The old runways of the former R.A.F. Charmy Down used to be tarmac when it was an active station, but now grass has resumed its occupation. However, the place is still occasionally used by light aircraft. The old and hauntingly derelict control tower is in the distance.

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Image Location

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Latitude
51.427133
Longitude
-2.350039