If I remember correctly the Lyneham Comet was in storage at Henlow prior to its move. I was refurbished at Lyneham around 1987/88. It was decided that all members of the Station should contribute to the stripping of the airframe of paint. Various squadrons/sections were allocated areas to work on. I claim a few square feet just aft of the cockpit, port side.
I also recall some cock up regarding the nameplate. It was unveiled by Princess Ann who had recently been given the title “The Princess Royal.” There was some embarrassment that this was missed, but she said she didn’t mind.
I may be wrong but there is a Mk 2 RC (XK 695) at Duxford.