THE fascinating history of RAF Harrowbeer will be recalled in Buckland Monachorum Village Hall this Saturday when Stephen Fryer of the RAF Harrowbeer Interest Group presents an illustrated talk on the history of Yelverton's world war two airfield.
Using unique photos, maps, and rare film footage, all aspects of life, both on and off the airfield will be recounted, together with its impact on Yelverton and the local area.
Following the talk, there will be an opportunity to view other photos and artefacts from the Harrowbeer Interest Group archives.
RAF Harrowbeer was operational between 1941 and 1946. Many different nationalities flew from Harrowbeer, mostly RAF Squadrons but also Fleet Air Arm and US Navy. The airfield was demolished in 1961.
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The group is still keen to hear from any airfield staff, or from families who lived in the airfield's huts in the 1960s and 70s.
Anyone with information on the airfield can either contact HIG members Stephen Fryer on 01822 855336 or Brian Salt on 01822 852867, or visit http://www.rafharrowbeer.co.uk">www.rafharrowbeer.co.uk
The talk on Saturday will begin at 7.30pm.