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RAF Leeming

Northallerton, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom
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Active Royal Air Force base in North Yorkshire, England.

Opened
1940
Location
Northallerton, United Kingdom
RAF Leeming is a Royal Air Force station located near Northallerton in North Yorkshire, England. It serves primarily as a military airfield and is home to frontline fast-jet squadrons, most notably those operating the Eurofighter Typhoon. The base has a long history dating back to World War II and continues to play a significant role in UK air defence. It is not open to civilian commercial air traffic and has no public passenger terminal facilities.
Notable facts
  • ›RAF Leeming is home to No. 11 Squadron RAF and has hosted Eurofighter Typhoon operations.
  • ›The airfield was established during World War II and was heavily used by RAF Bomber Command.
  • ›It is situated along the A1(M) motorway corridor in North Yorkshire.
  • ›The base is not accessible to civilian passengers or commercial aviation.
  • ›RAF Leeming has historically been associated with air defence and Quick Reaction Alert (QRA) duties.
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City & Place Guide

Historic market town gateway to the North Yorkshire Moors

Northallerton is a charming market town in the heart of North Yorkshire, serving as the county town and administrative centre of the North Yorkshire Council. Its long, wide High Street is one of the finest in northern England, lined with independent shops, cafés, and historic buildings that reflect centuries of civic pride.

The town has deep historical roots, including a role in the Battle of the Standard in 1138 and a legacy as an important coaching stop on the Great North Road. Today it balances its heritage with a lively community atmosphere, making it an excellent base for exploring the Yorkshire Dales, North York Moors, and the broader Vale of York.

  • •All Saints' Church — a striking medieval parish church with 15th-century tower
  • •Northallerton High Street — one of England's longest and liveliest market streets
  • •Hambleton District Museum — local history collection inside the old county hall
  • •Thirsk (nearby) — charming town home to James Herriot's World veterinary museum
  • •Golden Lion Hotel — historic coaching inn dating back centuries on the High Street
  • •Cod Beck Reservoir — peaceful nearby reservoir ideal for walking and birdwatching

Getting around: Northallerton has its own railway station on the East Coast Main Line, offering fast connections to London, York, and Edinburgh. Local Arriva North East bus services connect the town to surrounding villages and market towns. Taxis are readily available from the town centre and station, and cycling is practical given the relatively flat terrain in the immediate area.

Best time: Late spring through early autumn (May to September) offers the best weather for exploring the town and nearby countryside.

Local food: Try traditionally reared Yorkshire beef and lamb at local pubs and restaurants, and pick up artisan cheeses and baked goods at Northallerton's regular street market.

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Royal Air Force Leeming or more simply RAF Leeming is a Royal Air Force station located near Leeming, North Yorkshire, England. It was opened in 1940 and was jointly used by the RAF and the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF).

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