"The Cuckfield Royal Observer Corps post is a small underground bunker, one of over 1,500 built to monitor fallout from a nuclear war. Closed down in the 1990s as no longer needed, most are derelict or flooded, but some have been restored, such as the one in Cuckfield."
"It's been restored to the state it was when it closed down, with newspaper articles still talking about Soviet aggression, tins of preserved food for the survivors and lots of equipment to monitor the nuclear attack and fallout."
"Entry is free, and donations are appreciated. To get there, I found it easiest to take the train to Haywards Heath, and then it's a relatively pleasant 45-minute walk to Cuckfield, which is even more enjoyable via Blunts Wood."
The Cuckfield Royal Observer Corps post is a restored underground bunker that monitored nuclear fallout. Open days are scheduled for July and August 2026. Visitors can explore the bunker, which retains its original state, including historical articles and survival equipment. Entry is free, and donations are welcomed. The site is accessible via a pleasant walk from Haywards Heath or by bus. Visitors may need to wait to enter due to the bunker’s small size, but there are displays above ground to enjoy.
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