An historic former RAF control tower will be opening its doors at the start of April to give visitors the chance to find out more about the history of the airfield.

Martlesham Heath Control Tower Museum will be operational from Sunday, April 2 until October, giving enthusiasts the opportunity to learn more about the tower's past.

The facility has spanned two world wars through to the jet age and is associated with the Royal Flying Corps, RAF and United States Army Air Forces (USAAF).

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The site's history includes the story of extensive aeronautical research (civilian and military) done on aircraft between the wars and afterwards up to 1963, along with armament research.

The story finishes with the tower's involvement with Air Training Corps Gliders in the early 1960s.

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Entry is free, although visitors are encouraged to make donations and the museum is open every Sunday from 2pm until 4.30pm

There is also free parking at the site, while for more information, visit the website www.mhas.org.uk