Ashley Walk is the location of an important and secret WWII Bombing Range. Various bombs rockets & artillery were tested against a wide range of targets, many of which can still be seen on the Range today.

The most famous weapons tested here include the Tallboy and Grand Slam earthquake bombs plus Upkeep and Highball bouncing bombs. Upkeep was the bouncing bomb used in the famous Dambusters raids.  Highball was carried by Mosquito bombers:

Mosquito performing a run in against wall 3 target on the range. It is carrying a Highball bouncing bomb. In the background you can see the North Range Tower.

Apologies – we’re way behind on this site at the moment! Now the Airshow Season in the UK is drawing to a close for 2013 we should have a bit more time to get things moving.