Building 10 (Junior Ranks Mess, former Airmen's Institute), West Camp, Main Road, A233 (east side), Biggin Hill - Bromley

Former Airmen’s Institute and recreation centre of c1926 design and built in 1930. It was one of the principal barracks buildings at Biggin Hill, the internationally renowned historic fighter base. The building has been vacant since the RAF withdrew from Biggin Hill in 1993. Repairs have been undertaken to the roof. Having met with the owner and other stakeholders, the Local Authority and Historic England are discussing ways in which they can assist in identifying new uses for the building.

Site Details

    Designated Site Name:
    Building 10 (Junior Ranks Mess, former Airmen's Institute)
    Heritage Category:
    Listed Building grade II
    List Entry Number:
    1416723
    Local Planning Authority:
    Bromley
    Site Type:
    Defence > Civil defence site

Location

    Building Name:
    Building 10 (Junior Ranks Mess
    Street Name:
    A233 (East Side)
    Locality:
    West Camp, Former RAF Biggin Hill
    County:
    Greater London
    District / Borough:
    Bromley
    Parliamentary Constituency:
    Orpington
    Region:
    London and South East

Assessment Information

    Assessment Type:
    Building or structure
    Condition:
    Poor
    Occupancy / Use:
    Vacant/not in use
    Priority:
    C - Slow decay; no solution agreed
    Previous Priority:
    C
    Ownership:
    Commercial company
    Designation:
    Listed Building grade II, CA

Contact Details

Simon Went (LPA) 020 8464 3115