The Dome: A Secret of World War Two
Stephen Fry reveals the secret of the Langham Dome in Norfolk, a building that holds a special place in the history and which was recently rescued from ruin by enthusiasts.
Stephen Fry reveals the secret of a unique World War Two building in Norfolk.
Known affectionately as the Christmas Pudding, the Langham Dome holds a special place not only in the history of warfare but also in the development of 21st-century entertainment. Recently rescued from ruin by a dedicated bunch of enthusiasts after 50 years, its secrets are finally revealed.
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WW2 Langham training dome
Langham Dome in north Norfolk, one of only six remaining training domes in the country, was built in 1942 and sits on the edge of a former RAF base.
Film of enemy planes was projected onto its walls for target practise.
A museum in the restored concrete structure has been restored following grants from English Heritage and the Heritage Lottery Fund.
Credits
Role | Contributor |
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Presenter | Stephen Fry |
Presenter | Charlie Gauvain |
Director | Clive Dunn |
Broadcast
- Sun 17 May 2015 14:55大象传媒 One East & Cambridgeshire only