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The R100 Airship History Trail

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The Airship History Trail and this accompanying booklet have their origin in the fact that the giant R100 airship, designed by Sir Barnes Wallis, was built in Howden with a largely local labour force.

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Description of route - Trail of Bronze Plaques

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East Yorkshire is accessible from the UK's motorway network connecting with the M62, M1, A1, M180 and M18

Accessible by Public Transport: Howden station is 0 miles away.

DN14 7JJ

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Howden, GooleSteeped in history, the vibrant Georgian market town of Howden is dominated by its Minster which overlooks a beautifully preserved town centre with narrow cobbled streets and restored buildings.