Welcome to Downham Market Airfield Cairn Memorial Website
The Downham Market Airfield Cairn memorial is a tribute to the brave servicemen and women who served at RAF Downham Market, Norfolk, England, a pivotal Royal Air Force Bomber Station from July 1942 to September 1945. This memorial aims to inspire pride and a sense of belonging in the community, reminding everyone of their shared history and sacrifice. The memorial, created by Chris Coverdale, seeks to inspire pride and strengthen community bonds. If you're able to donate, it would be much appreciated. You can do this with the GoFundMe page.
The airfield cairn memorial serves as a solemn reminder of the sacrifices made by those honoured at this memorial, encouraging visitors to reflect, learn more about the history, and appreciate that they gave their tomorrow for our freedom today.
On 7 July 2026, the Downham Market Airfield Cairn Memorial was blessed in a ceremony by R.A.F. Marham, bringing the community together and fostering a collective sense of reverence, pride, and remembrance.
The Memorial Cairn Plaques, RAF Eagle, Map layout of the airfield with Squadron Crests and Squadrons stationed there by Chris Coverdale. Station Commanders & Squadron Commanders information compiled by Chris Coverdale for all things 8 Group Pathfinders & Steve Smith for all things 3 Group Bomber Command.
BLESSING CEREMONY PHOTOS 7TH JULY 2026
F-35 B- Lighting Jets, opening Blessing Service Flyby
Memorial Creator Chris Coverdale going over the order of service with The Reverend (Flt Lt) Jeanine Bossy (Chaplain / RAF Marham.
Group Captain Jim Calvert OBE. MA. RAF Marham discusses the order of Service with The Reverend (Flt Lt) Jeanine Bossy (Chaplain / RAF Marham). Across from them is Padre Craig Bentley, Chaplain, RAF Marham.
Squadron of the Lightning Air Wing, Commander Group Captain Jim. R. Calvert OBE. MA. RAF Marham starts the proceedings with an amazing introduction, the memorial dedication.
Good Morning.
It is a privilege to welcome you here today on behalf of RAF Marham and the Station Commander, Group Captain Leonie Boyd, as we gather for the dedication and blessing of this memorial. I am Group Captain James Calvert, and I have the Honour of commanding the UK's Lightning Force based at RAF mARHAM