Nuthampstead
| Nuthampstead | |
|---|---|
| Population | 193 (2001) |
| OS grid reference | TL411347 |
| District | |
| Shire county | |
| Region | |
| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | Royston |
| Postcode district | SG8 |
| Dialling code | 01763 |
| Police | Hertfordshire |
| Fire | Hertfordshire |
| Ambulance | East of England |
| UK Parliament | |
Nuthampstead is a small village and civil parish in North East Hertfordshire located a few miles south of the town of Royston. In the 2001 census the parish had 139 residents.[1]
During the Second World War the local area was used by the 398th bombardment squadron flying B17 Flying Fortresses over Europe[2]. The airfield still can be used by light aircraft.
Barkway VOR is located at Nuthampstead Airfield.
Areas of the former airfield have been converted into a shooting ground. Since 1992, when planning permission was granted, the ground has developed to enable it to hold major championships in four international shooting disciplines.[3].
The village has a pub/restaurant with bed and breakfast facilities, called The Woodman[4] Outside The Woodman is a large memorial stone dedicated to the 398th squadron <www.398th.org>.
References
- ^ "2001 Census". Retrieved 2007-06-19.
- ^ http://www.thewoodman-inn.co.uk/memorial.htm
- ^ http://www.clayshoot.biz/
- ^ http://www.thewoodman-inn.co.uk/
See also
http://www.controltowers.co.uk/N/Nuthampstead.htm
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