History of RAF Wratting Common
In 1989 a permament memorial in memory of the men and women who served at RAF Wratting Common, and especially of the 260 who lost their lives, was dedicated. It is placed at the former entrance to the airfield, at Weston Woods Farm on Common Road.
The memorial comprises a large granite stone holding an engraved slate plaque. Many people helped bring this about, and contributed their time and resources free of charge, not least the three trustees of the Wratting Common Memorial Trust - Jack Warwick, Gp. Capt. HG Davies CBE AE, and Ron Pearson. The land upon which the memorial stands was donated by the Vestey family, owners of the Thurlow Estate in which the former airfield lies. Ceremonies in memory of those who served are held here every year.
Before the Memorial was Built
Weston Woods Farm Entrance with Memorial Foundation
The Stone Before it was Cut
The Stone Being Transported
The Stone Being Moved
The Memorial Stone Arrives
The Stone Lifted into Place
The Stone in Position
The Stone in Position
Plaque Lifted into Place
Plaque being Fixed into Position
Plaque Fixed in Position