Originally Posted by
MPN11
Sadly, Scampton is just another bit of crumbling RAF infrastructure. It has, of course, got history ... as have many other places like Bentley Priory.
I recall reading the then CAS’ comments on getting rid of historic Upavon. Something along the lines of “sad but in the final analysis retention is unjustifiable.”
Upavon was not got rid of by MOD. It remains within the estate, and indeed is the focus of much investment.
Unlike when I was posted there in the early 90s, when it was (just about) an RAF Station. It was crumbling apart, like all the older infrastructure. Our hangar was an absolute **** tip of a building, sadly. At least it still stands today, which is just about a miracle.