94th Bomb Group at Rougham Control Tower Aviation Museum
Preserving the History of RAF Bury St Edmunds and the 8th USAAF
The Rougham Control Tower Aviation Museum stands as a memorial to the airmen and women who served at RAF Bury St Edmunds (Station 468) during World War II. Home to the 94th Bomb Group (Heavy) of the US Eighth Air Force, the museum showcases the history of the airfield and the bomber crews who flew missions over Nazi-occupied Europe from 1943 to 1945.
History
The airfield at RAF Bury St Edmunds (Rougham) was constructed in 1942 and became operational with the 447th Bomb Group (Medium) and the 322nd Bomb Group (Medium) before the arrival of the 94th Bomb Group (Heavy) in 1943. The 94th BG flew B-17 Flying Fortresses, completing over 300 combat missions during the war.
Formed in 1994, the Rougham Tower Association established the museum to preserve the history of this vital airbase. Housed in the original Control Tower, the museum tells the story of the men and women who served here, with detailed exhibits, photographs, and personal accounts.
What to See and Do
- Restored Control Tower – Step inside the original wartime Control Tower, restored to its operational 1940s condition.
- 94th Bomb Group Displays – Discover the history of the B-17 Flying Fortress crews, their missions, and life on the base.
- Memorial Exhibits – Honouring the airmen who served at RAF Bury St Edmunds.
- Tower Tea Room – Enjoy refreshments in the on-site café, a perfect spot to take in the historic surroundings.
📜 Look out for: The museum’s welcoming atmosphere, run entirely by dedicated volunteers who bring the history of the Eighth Air Force to life.
📍 Address: Rougham Control Tower Aviation Museum, Rougham Tower Avenue, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP32 7QB
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📧 Email: info@rctam94th.co.uk
📞 Phone: 07931 971771
🌍 Website: www.rctam94th.co.uk
📱 Social Media:
- Facebook: rctam94th.co.uk
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✔️ Free on-site parking
✔️ Bus stop nearby
✔️ Tower Tea Room serving refreshments
✔️ Toilets on site
✔️ Fully volunteer-run and operated as a Registered Charity (No. 1069934)
🕘 Public Open Days:
- Every Sunday from Easter to October
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
🚍 Accessible by public transport – Bus stop nearby.
🎟️ Free Entry – Donations welcome
