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A Cold War bunker, built 1963–64 to detect nuclear threats, was found beneath Scarborough Castle, sealed by 1968, and recently uncovered during a centenary dig.
A previously unknown Cold War-era bunker, part of Britain’s Royal Observer Corps network, has been discovered beneath Scarborough Castle during an archaeological dig.
Built between 1963 and 1964, the underground facility was designed to detect nuclear explosions and monitor threats, housing volunteers who supported national defense.
Sealed by 1968, it remained hidden until now, with intact features including brickwork and communications equipment.
The find, part of a centenary project honoring the ROC, highlights the organization’s role in civil defense and was funded by National Lottery players.
The site’s strategic location on a historic headland underscores its long-standing military significance.
Un búnker de la Guerra Fría, construido entre 1963 y 1964 para detectar amenazas nucleares, fue encontrado debajo del castillo de Scarborough, sellado en 1968, y descubierto recientemente durante una excavación centenaria.