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York Cold War Bunker is open by guided tour only
See full prices and opening timesRole playing the end of the world. This event explores the 1983 WINTEX-CIMEX exercise, where civil servants simulated nuclear war decisions during the Cold War. Featuring dramatised extracts and expert discussion, the event reflects on past and present global tensions as part of Forewarned is Forearmed, marking 100 years of the Royal Observer Corps.
Find out more and book ticketsWatch Dan Snow explore the York Cold War Bunker as part of his video series: 10 Places That Made England.
Listen to senior curator Kevin Booth talk about the story of the York Cold War Bunker.