RAF Cold Hesledon
I was posted to the RAF radar unit in Hawthorne from 1954-1955 and had some of the happiest memories of my service in Easington Colliery. We attended most of the dances in the Welfare Hall after having coffee in Moscardininis? cafe. I was particularly friendly with Eileen Quinn who lived in the Station Hotel and often wondered what happened to her. Everyone in the village was so friendly and there was never any trouble. I live in the North East and paid a nostalgic visit to the Welfare Hall and the memories came flooding back. Great place - great people.
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RE: RE: RAF Cold Hesledon
Hi Bill , I think I remember your name. I was at Hawthorne from 1953 to 1955 ! I was a ground wireless mech with the VHF transmitters nr Seaham! I met and married a local girl and stayed married until her death in 2010/11. Some of the noteable characters were, Fsgnt Matock of the radar opps and FSgnt Brown (we called him riggor). I have a couple of photos if anyone is interested ! send me an e-mail to peterdamian@iprimus.com.au . Cheers !!
Comment from Peter Damiani on Saturday, 3rd March 2012.
RE: RE: RAF Cold Hesledon
Hi Peter
I have tried to contact you via your email address but it keeps getting bounced back for some reason.
Regards
Bill
Comment from Bill Heslington on Monday, 5th March 2012.
RE: RE: RAF Cold Hesledon
Hi Bill again ! I have just seen why the mail got returned ! I left the i off the end of my name , so please try it again !!! Regards Peter Damiani
Comment from Peter Damiani on Wednesday, 21st March 2012.