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Historical RAF Greenham Common runway lights discovered at back of warehouse to go under the hammer




The original lights from the RAF Greenham Common runway are going under the hammer at SAS auctioneers in Newbury on Wednesday, July 31 and are expected to fetch £750.

Greenham runway lights up for auction
Greenham runway lights up for auction

The lights were salvaged when the runway was demolished in 1995 and were recently found at the back of a warehouse.

The four lots, comprising 14 lights in total are being sold by Greenham Trust.

Militaria expert at Special Auction Services Adam Inglut said: “These lights are unique and a real part of local history.

“I anticipate interest from people in the area as well as those interested in military history – or even those who want to use them to light their home, shed or garden!”

Greenham Control Tower have refurbished a set of runway lights for the walkway to the tower from the car park
Greenham Control Tower have refurbished a set of runway lights for the walkway to the tower from the car park

SAS auction rooms are located at Plenty Close, Newbury. Telephone +44 (0) 1635 580 595.

https://www.specialauctionservices.com

Special Auction Services (SAS) holds more than 50 specialist auctions each year, with contributions from 15 departments:

Monthly Fine Art & Antiques

Jewellery, Watches, Silver, Coins, & Stamps

Furniture

Teddy Bears & Dolls

Toys for the Collector

Trains & Trains Galore

Cameras & Photographic Equipment

Military

Field Sports

Boating

Transport

Textiles & Fashion

Music & Entertainment

Football & Sporting Memorabilia

Cigarette Cards, Postcards & Ephemera

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