The Bunker was not required to fulfil its nuclear war role. With international relations having changed radically, the British government cancelled plans for upgrading and is sold on a freehold basis.

Opened in 1962 and closed 1991. Secured with padlock entry. Freehold Sale. Full outright ownership. PRIME LOT IN EXCLUISVE AREA - VERY RARE TO MARKET - PRICED TO SELL.

Alford is a large village in Aberdeenshire, north-east Scotland, lying just south of the River Don. It lies within the Howe of Alford which occupies the middle reaches of the River Don.

United Kingdom Warning and Monitoring Organisation (UKWMO) Royal Observer Corps Post (ROC) Post. The bunker was designed to accommodate three people for two weeks. It has an underground monitoring room and a chemical toilet. All surface features remain intact with some flaking of the khaki paint. The unit is padlocked and secured. Title Number: ABN97934. Internally the post is very neat and tidy with many items remaining including WB1401 carrier receiver with WB1410 filter unit, Tele-talk, tool board, small wall mounted shelf, mirror, visitors log, various papers, ROC magazines, fire blanket in its box, dustpan, original canvas folding chair, FSM probe gasket, candle holder, light/wiring, BT junction boxes/wiring, BPI mount, posters, kettle, saucepan, washing bowl, cleaning materials, fuse box/wiring, net, pick axe, newspaper cutting about the post. On the wall the crew have written ‘Stand Down - Best Post 29 Group’. There is a wooden sign that says ‘47 Post Alford’. Some items from the post have been donated to the Alford Heritage Centre where they have an ROC Room with artifacts from other local posts and Aberdeen Group HQ. Alford is a popular Donside Village which is well served by local shops, public transport facilities and excellent Primary and Secondary schools. The location offers easy access to Aberdeen City. The locality provides endless beautiful walks, stunning countryside, a variety of outdoor activities, and the Lecht Ski Centre and School is only a 30 minute drive away.

Alford is a swiftly growing rural town nestled in the splendour of the Aberdeenshire countryside, Alford is home to several visitor attractions including a museum, ski centre, golf course and woodland country park. For those adventure seekers, the town can also act as a base for walkers and cyclists hoping to explore Royal Deeside. Alford is a large village in Aberdeenshire, north-east Scotland, lying just south of the River Don. It lies within the Howe of Alford which occupies the middle reaches of the River Don. Located in the centre of the town is the renowned Grampian Transport Museum, boasting climb-aboard vintage vehicles, interactive exhibitions as well as special collections – enjoyed by adults and children alike. Close to some of Scotland’s largest ski centres, the town is also great for perfecting your skill all-year round on the dry ski slope at the Alford Ski Centre.

Full Address:  Royal Corps Observer Bunker, Alford, AB33 8NB