Countdown to Crisis:

an immersive audio experience at York Cold War Bunker

DATE

Wed 29, Thu 28 and Fri 31 Oct 2025 

TIME

6pm and 7.30pm

LOCATION

York Cold War Bunker 

SUITABLE FOR

Adults

In an alternative version of recent history, the UK finds itself involved in conflict with the Soviet Union, and the Prime Minister is faced with the most difficult of decisions.

Experience a real-life nuclear war gaming exercise undertaken by the British Government at the height of the Cold War in 1983.

This immersive audio experience invites you inside the Government Cabinet meetings to eavesdrop on these decisions and explores the roles of Royal Observer Corps civilian volunteers at York Bunker and the steps they would have taken at a time of national crisis.

Produced by Digital Drama as part of the project 'Forewarned is Forearmed’ which commemorates 100 years since the founding of the Observer Corps, a nationwide community of civilian volunteers who monitored Britain’s skies for sign of attack

There will be two identical performances each evening: one at 6pm and one at 7.30pm.

There are limited seats available, booking in advance is required.

Prices

Type Price
Member (Adult) £10
Adult £12

Price Notes

English Heritage members get a discount on tickets to this event.

How to book

Click the 'Book tickets' button above. Please select if you require wheelchair access or not and click the arrow to continue. Then select the number of tickets you need, select your chosen date and chosen time slot and click 'continue.' If you're a member, please click member log-in to claim your discount. Please bring your booking confirmation with you on the day. If you’re a member, you’ll also need to bring your membership card. You can only use the member rate for people included in your membership.

How to find us

Property: York Cold War Bunker
Address: Monument Close, York, YO24 4HT
Location: York, North Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber

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