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Duxford's Naughty Field

Post by Dan214sqn » Mon Sep 03, 2012 11:51 am

Guys, can anyone tell me how you access this particular spot? i would like to have a go at photography from the other side for a achange?

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Re: Duxford's Naughty Field

Post by C24 » Tue Sep 04, 2012 6:19 am

FYI.

The road to the south of the airfield, running about parallel to the runway WILL BE CLOSED on Sat and Sunday. The signs to that effect are already displayed on the ground.

It might save someone a trip :)
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Re: Duxford's Naughty Field

Post by grimly aviation pics » Tue Sep 04, 2012 9:11 am

Am i reading this right that all access to the naughty field are shut over the airshow weekend?? Paul

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Re: Duxford's Naughty Field

Post by C24 » Tue Sep 04, 2012 10:27 am

Paul,

Sorry but that is all that I can report. I am not even sure what is meant by Naughty Field. That road has signs stating that it will be closed.

I was trying to be helpful in passing on my experience on the ground.
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Post by T_J » Tue Sep 04, 2012 11:24 am

Dan,

The road (Grange Road) that leads to position B, on Duxford Airfield locations link, is always closed to vehicles during the Airshows.
DUXFORD, Grange Road 00:01hrs to 18:00hrs 08 and 09 September 2012 Duxford Air Show Diversion as signed.
http://www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/transp ... osures.htm" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Link to Duxford Airfield locations.

http://www.thunder-and-lightnings.co.uk ... uxford.php" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Map Link to Grange Road Duxford

http://goo.gl/maps/Tw9tv" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Link to Street view of position B, Grange Road

http://goo.gl/maps/Cd248" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Next to the gate is a sign put in place during 2011.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/dwhitworth/5862910637/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

The fields and mound (Position A) are always hit and miss. You can be asked to leave by the Farmer or by the Police.

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Post by Dan214sqn » Tue Sep 04, 2012 11:43 am

Thanks for that info guys, very helpful, im still in two minds what to do...now i armed with the knowledge, il makea decision

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Post by Graham57 » Tue Sep 04, 2012 12:09 pm

Dan... i know its not PC to actually post this, but my understanding of the Naughty Field usually means going into Duxford Village itself and parking at the School... All you need then is a deckchair and follow the crowd...several on here know where i mean... I personally dont think you will be disappointed. Yes. as stated earlier you can be asked to move on, but their are pathways that criss-cross the said Field and are used by dog-walkers etc all year... All anyone is usually asked, is to respect the Farmers crops-and thats just common-sense really. Wherever you decide to go?? have a good day..... I know i intend to!. :thumb: :thumb:

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Post by lynothehammer » Tue Sep 04, 2012 10:14 pm

Thinking of giving this a go this weekend, never been before but always wanted to see what it's like from the other side...

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Post by Dan214sqn » Wed Sep 05, 2012 5:44 pm

thanks graham...im coming along...im not saying il use this all the time, as i love attending and paying duxford for the airshows, but im just so curious as to the photography opportunity on the other side..may see you there

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Post by roughcutter » Wed Sep 05, 2012 5:46 pm

Daft question, where abouts is Duxford School in the village, is it far to walk to the airfield?

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Re: Duxford's Naughty Field

Post by Pen Pusher » Wed Sep 05, 2012 5:51 pm

From today :whistle:

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Post by Graham57 » Wed Sep 05, 2012 7:56 pm

roughcutter wrote:Daft question, where abouts is Duxford School in the village, is it far to walk to the airfield?
Duxford School is very easy to find-- from whichever way you approach, follow signs for Duxford itself rather than IWM Duxford.... It is the opposite side of the M11. The School is approx 500--800yds ish from said Field. The School itself charges a small fee for parking , but that entitles you to 2 free hot drinks usually.. they also have an ongoing BBQ all day plus home made cakes etc with access to toilets as well. You can watch from the School grounds or make your way to the Field.. either way a cracking day out with the proceeds going to help purchase extra equipment etc for the School... And before anyone asks..No, I do not work there!. :D

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Post by roughcutter » Wed Sep 05, 2012 8:03 pm

Cheers for that Graham, I might just make my way over there then. :thumb:
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Re: Duxford's Naughty Field

Post by C24 » Thu Sep 06, 2012 6:57 pm

Almost worth a visit to just to boost the School funds.

FYI,

An Apache came in on 06[?] at 1600hrs, Wednesday, did a bit of a wobble over the grass runway and flew off east.

There are/were signs displayed on the Grange Road [not naughty] field entrances threatening prosecution of trespassers.

There are obviously many types of locals living near the airfield. :Oops:
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Re: Duxford's Naughty Field

Post by PeteHemsley » Sat Sep 08, 2012 8:57 pm

did anyone visit the naughty field today then??

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Post by Pen Pusher » Sat Sep 08, 2012 9:08 pm

PeteHemsley wrote:did anyone visit the naughty field today then??
Down the M11 end :D
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Post by PeteHemsley » Sat Sep 08, 2012 9:11 pm

could anyone let me know where the 'mound' is exactly?

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Re: Duxford's Naughty Field

Post by jaybee » Sat Sep 08, 2012 9:58 pm

Are you at the place tomorrow?.
If so I'll be heading over there by 13.00 hr's on Sunday. :whistle: :ninja:

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Re: Duxford's Naughty Field

Post by Graham57 » Sun Sep 09, 2012 7:27 am

I think the photo by Pen Pusher, although great, doesn,t tell the whole story..trust me. Dont think i,ve seen as many cars parked at the School in a very long time!. :pop:

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Re: Duxford's Naughty Field

Post by rattler » Sun Sep 09, 2012 9:17 am

The school field was full to capacity yesterday. In the naughty field I've never seen so many people. Really good to see so many 'Old school' military photogaphers - it was like an annual reunion. Amazing to see everyone shooting civil registered Yaks - a sign of the times, I guess.

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