RAF Defford at Croome

During the Second World War and the Cold War years that followed, RAF Defford the secret airfield built in the grounds of Croome park, was one of the most secret places in the country. For it was at Defford that Airborne Radar was tested, developed and proven. Airborne Radar provided a decisive factor in Victory for the Allies.

RAF Defford

Naafi van at RAF Defford

RAF Museum Cold War exhibition — RAF museum Cold War exhibition

RAF servicemen talking to each other — Join us and learn more about RAF Defford © Crown copyright reserved

Poster displays in RAF museum — Displays in the RAF museum

RAF Defford Museum at Croome

Discover the secrets of the Second World War airbase wartime buildings which are now our Visitor Centre and museum.

Wendy Hogarth Wedding closeup — Lieutenant George Hogarth and Petty Officer Wendy Jones

RAF Defford a wartime romance

A story of wartime romance at RAF Defford