Skip to content
Skip to content

Forecasting for D-Day: the Met Office at Dunstable

Join local historian Jean Yates for a talk about the pivotal role Dunstable Downs played in forecasting for D- Day with the Met Office relocated from London to Dunstable.

  • Booking essential
  • Free event (admission applies)

This free hour long talk which will take place inside the Gateway Centre on Dunstable Downs

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

Check admission prices

The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Meeting point

Head to the Gateway Centre where the talk will take place

What to bring and wear

This is an indoor event

Accessibility

This event is fully accessible with accessible parking available

Other

Car parking charges apply, £3.50 per car. Free for National Trust members and Blue Badge holders

Contact info

Chilterns Gateway Centre

Upcoming events

Event

May half-term: flying frisbees 

Who will take the title of ultimate frisbee champion? Come and master our frisbee golf course this half-term!

Event summary

on
25 May to 2 Jun 2024
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 8 other dates or times
Event

Gentle Stroll: Woodland and Heathland 

Share in the joy of the season alongside old and new friends with our circular route around the diverse habitat of Whipsnade Heath.

Event summary

on
28 May 2024
at
10:30 to 13:00
Event

Gentle Stroll: Orchids and Wildflowers 

Our nature highlight of the year - the orchids steal the show this June! Share in their wonder with our guided gentle stroll.

Event summary

on
11 Jun 2024
at
10:30 to 13:00
Event

Father's Day Brunch 

Join us for a feast fit for a king this Father’s Day.

Event summary

on
16 Jun 2024
at
10:00 to 10:30
+ 2 other dates or times