The former home of Douglas Bader is being brought back to life—one room at a time.
A 300-Year-Old Rectory. A Wartime Legacy. A Race to Restore It.
The former home of Douglas Bader is being brought back to life—one room at a time.
Meet the WWII veteran who grew up here
This house is more than bricks and stone.
It was once home to Douglas Bader —
one of Britain’s most remarkable wartime figures.
A man who lost both legs…
and still returned to fly Spitfires.
This is where part of that story began.
And now, a new chapter is being written.
Explore the Old Rectory
Entrance Hall
Entrance Hall
Stairway
Entrance Hall
Dining Room
Kitchen
Sitting Room
Family Room
Sitting Room
Sitting Room
Sitting Room
Sitting Room
Sitting Room
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Our Journey
This is more than a restoration.
It’s a story with national and historical significance.
We are working with selected partners who want to be part of it.