Polish Air Force Heritage Trail

This trail takes in key sites around the borough visited by members of the Polish Air Force during the Second World War.

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Szlak pamięci Polskich Sił Powietrznych

Szlak pamięci Polskich Sił Powietrznych obejmuje najważniejsze miejsca na terenie Borough of Hillingdon, związane z pobytem żołnierzy Polskich Sił Powietrznych podczas II wojny światowej. Śledź szlak na swoim smartfonie, korzystając z interaktywnych map.

Follow the trail on your smartphone, using the maps to guide you.

Polish Air Force Heritage Trail

The Trail

This trail passes key sites around the borough visited by members of the Polish Air Force during the Second World War.

The Battle of Britain Bunker

Royal Air Force Uxbridge was headquarters of No.11 (Fighter) Group throughout the Second World War.

Polish Air Force Memorial

The Polish Air Force Memorial at RAF Northolt was unveiled on 2 November 1948.

The Orchard

In March 1941, the first Polish Fighter Wing was established at RAF Northolt.

Northwood Cemetery

During the Battle of Britain, 145 Polish airmen flew alongside the Royal Air Force's Fighter Command.

Interactive Map

View the locations and historic photographs associated with the Polish Air Force during the Second World War.