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Greenham Common

Near Newbury, Berkshire

American cruise missiles, and the women's peace camp that refused to leave.

In the 1980s, American cruise missiles armed with nuclear warheads were based at RAF Greenham Common. Thousands of women set up a peace camp outside the fence in protest, and some lived there for years.

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When
1981–2000
Where
51.3800, -1.2900
Group
Secret bunkers & war sites

Visiting

Greenham and Crookham Commons are open for walks. The old control tower has a visitor centre.

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