Wholigan: I'm re-assured by your long post. Thank you.
BEagle: I've been into WW a couple of times in the past few years and taken time for a quick shufti. I was surprised to see that the Mess (on camp, not the old HQ23 Gp one, on the MQ site) still standing, but surprised the more so that the old wooden F700 hut by the Fairey Hangar hadn't yet fallen down! The old ULAS/6AEF building and accommodation block are as stark as ever.
You really must try to make it to the 'oldies' reunion dinner. Was hoping I would see you on this year's list, but probably too late now as it's tomorrow evening at 128.