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National Bomber Command Day Service

International Bomber Command Centre, Lincoln

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Jul 23
23rd July 2026

A fitting tribute to the extraordinary service men and women at the National Bomber Command Day at the IBCC, marking the 90th anniversary of the Bomber Command's creation.

The International Bomber Command Centre (IBCC) in Lincoln is hosting their annual National Bomber Command Day on Thursday 23rd July 2026. This day pays a fitting tribute to the extraordinary achievements of so many young men and women over the 32 years it was in operation, around the world. Family, friends and supporters of Bomber Command are invited to join the IBCC for their Service of Remembrance in front of the Memorial Spire.

If you would like to lay a wreath for a loved one, association or group, please email the events team directly at susan@internationalbcc.co.uk

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01522 514755

susan@internationalbcc.co.uk

marking the 90th anniversary of the Bomber Command’s creation

This year the IBCC are marking the 90th anniversary of RAF Bomber Command’s creation in 1936.
 
At the start of World War II in September 1939, it had only 280 twin-engined aircraft, 23 operational squadrons and just 15,000 personnel.  As the war progressed, however, the addition of heavy aircraft, including the Avro Lancaster, combined with increased scope and manpower, led to it taking a pivotal role in some of the longest and most expensive campaigns of the war.  
 
By September 1944, around a quarter of a million men and women were putting over 1,600 aircraft in the air every night, in an effort to bring the war to an end.  You can find out more about those who perished on the IBCC Losses Database.
 
The IBCC has been protecting and preserving documents and photographs of the era and recording interviews with those involved, and you can find out more about the IBCC Digital Archive here.

opening times

Thursday 23rd July 2026
Service starts at 13:30


IBCC Website

entry & prices

Free entry to the service
Parking charges apply

International Bomber Command Centre

Canwick Avenue

Lincoln

LN4 2HQ

Email: info@internationalbcc.co.uk

Tel: 01522 514755

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International Bomber Command Centre

The International Bomber Command Centre is a space for recognition, remembrance, reflection and education about the Bomber Command Unit.
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