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Cold War Bunker Discovered at Scarborough Castle Dig

3/14/2026

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An archaeological dig at Scarborough Castle uncovered a Cold War bunker used by the Royal Observer Corps (ROC) to monitor nuclear bomb impacts across Britain.
The bunker was built in 1963–1964, sealed in 1968, and remained hidden until now.
Kevin Booth from English Heritage noted the bunker’s unique location and historical significance as part of a ROC 100th anniversary project funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund.

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An archaeological dig at Scarborough Castle uncovered a Cold War bunker used by the Royal Observer Corps (ROC) to monitor nuclear bomb impacts across Britain.
The bunker was built in 1963–1964, sealed in 1968, and remained hidden until now.
Kevin Booth from English Heritage noted the bunker’s unique location and historical significance as part of a ROC 100th anniversary project funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund.