Greenham Control Tower

Greenham Control Tower The 1950's Control Tower was unused for almost 3 decades, now restored as a visitor centre and café. https://linktr.ee/greenhamcontroltower

A registered charity run by volunteers for the community to enjoy. The Greenham Common Control Tower is an iconic grade II listed building which in the 1970’s and 1980’s played an important part in Britain’s role in The Cold War. At its height it oversaw the operation of the longest runway in Europe. When the airbase closed, and Greenham and Crookham Commons were returned to the people of West Ber

kshire, the Control Tower was left abandoned and fell into a poor state of repair. In 2014 Greenham Parish Council made a successful bid to purchase the building with the vision of turning it into a visitor centre for community use. Work on the refurbishment started later that year with a view to providing an on site café, visitor toilets, a visitor centre focusing on the history of Greenham Common as well as on site offices. The tower is operated by a small charity as a visitor centre, with exhibitions and a cafe.

As part of Heritage Open Days 2026, we’re opening the doors to the Decontamination Suite! Discover a fascinating piece o...
20/07/2026

As part of Heritage Open Days 2026, we’re opening the doors to the Decontamination Suite! Discover a fascinating piece of local Cold War history and learn about its unique role in the past.

Best of all, it’s completely FREE, with guided tours running throughout the weekend.

📅 19 & 20 September 2026
🕚 11:00am – 3:00pm
📍 Greenham Business Park

No booking required, just come along and explore!

More info here: https://www.heritageopendays.org.uk/submission-event/decontamination-suite-greenham-air-base-1.html

Greenham Common 5k Your Way, Move Against Cancer is this Saturday, join a lovely group of people and walk or run a 5k ar...
20/07/2026

Greenham Common 5k Your Way, Move Against Cancer is this Saturday, join a lovely group of people and walk or run a 5k around the Common

A lovely June 5KYW this morning although it was a really hot run with the continuing Heatwave 🔥 Thankyou once again for hosting us Greenham Common parkrun and after our lovely drinks at The Control Tower Cafe 🙏
Come and join us in July when we welcome our friends at Basingstoke 5KYW

18/07/2026

Sun’s out, iced coffees are in! Come and enjoy your favourite chilled coffee with us!

We’re looking for volunteers to help create memorable experiences for young people! Whether you’re great with people, en...
13/07/2026

We’re looking for volunteers to help create memorable experiences for young people! Whether you’re great with people, enjoy storytelling or simply want to give something back to your community, we’d love to hear from you.

You’ll be part of a friendly team, helping children and young people discover one of Britain’s most fascinating historic sites. Full support is provided, all you need is enthusiasm and a willingness to get involved!

📧 Drop us a message or email [email protected] to find out more

Watch this space…
11/07/2026

Watch this space…

A lovely initiative from Berks, Bucks and Oxon Wildlife Trust - BBOWT. More info on how to get a plaque here: https://bu...
09/07/2026

A lovely initiative from Berks, Bucks and Oxon Wildlife Trust - BBOWT. More info on how to get a plaque here: https://buff.ly/nrMwPlZ

This incredible aerial photograph captures the International Air Tattoo at RAF Greenham Common in 1977. Over 120 000 vis...
07/07/2026

This incredible aerial photograph captures the International Air Tattoo at RAF Greenham Common in 1977.

Over 120 000 visitors flocked to Greenham to see an astonishing line-up of aircraft from around the world, with everything from mighty bombers and transport aircraft to agile fighters on display.

Do you remember visiting the Air Tattoo at Greenham? We’d love to hear your memories in the comments!

📷 Royal International Air Tattoo

Nothing beats a classic cream tea on a gorgeous English summer’s afternoon 🇬🇧Are you cream first or jam first?
05/07/2026

Nothing beats a classic cream tea on a gorgeous English summer’s afternoon 🇬🇧

Are you cream first or jam first?

Join the Cromwell Singers of Newbury - a Community Choir in their golden celebration! The are generously fundraising for...
03/07/2026

Join the Cromwell Singers of Newbury - a Community Choir in their golden celebration! The are generously fundraising for us during their concert. A few tickets are still available!

We’ve been keeping a close eye on our barn swallows, and we’re delighted to see that all four chicks are doing well.They...
01/07/2026

We’ve been keeping a close eye on our barn swallows, and we’re delighted to see that all four chicks are doing well.

They’re growing fast and look almost ready to leave the nest and take their first flight. It’s been such a privilege to watch this little family!

Have you spotted them on your visit yet?

Address

Burys Bank Road
Thatcham
RG198BZ

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 3pm
Wednesday 10am - 3pm
Thursday 10am - 3pm
Friday 10am - 3pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

+44163544145

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