Pictures of Cranwell

About Cranwell

Cranwell is best known as the home of the Royal Airforce College which became the first military air academy in the world when it opened its doors to would be fliers in 1920. Since this time many distinguished aviators have graduated from the college, including Sir Frank Whittle, who pioneered the jet engine.

A well known visitor attraction is to be found at Heath Farm, this is the Cranwell Aviation and heritage Centre. Here, visitors can learn the history of the Airforce college through a series of exhibits. The centre is open from May until the end of September.

There is plenty to see and do in the area including taking a look at Cranwell's historic church dedicated to St.Andrew. This attractive church building is of Saxon/Norman origin, shows early English work and has an exquisite screen.

A fascinating tale surrounds Baynards Leap. This is a well known spot marked by two horse shoes by a hedge. Legend tells that a horse called Baynard jumped the hedge in order escape a witch. A stone commemorates the jump.

Cranwell is within easy reach of Sleaford and not too far from Lincoln and its renowned Cathedral.