Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.0, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # The Cold War Network info@coldwarnetwork.co.uk ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.coldwarnetwork.co.uk/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [News & Blog Posts](https://www.coldwarnetwork.co.uk/news/) - If you have news stories to share or wish to author a guest blog post, please email info@coldwarnetwork.co.uk. - [Webinar Replay: Matsu Battlefield Cultural Landscape](https://www.coldwarnetwork.co.uk/webinar-replay-matsu-battlefield-cultural-landscape/) - The Cold War Network was delighted to host Chun-Hsi Wang (Associate Professor at the Graduate Institute of Folk Arts and Cultural Heritage, National Taipei University, Taiwan) who shared the remarkable story of Matsu. His 40 minute webinar explored how Matsu is transforming its unique "Battlefield Cultural Landscape", a historical witness to the Cold War frontline, - [November 2025: Cold War Talks & Events](https://www.coldwarnetwork.co.uk/november-2025-cold-war-talks-events/) - This November, several UK institutions and organisations are hosting online or in-person events that shine a light on the Cold War and its global legacy. TALKS 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝗪𝗮𝗿 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸: 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝘀𝘂'𝘀 𝗕𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗽𝗲On Tuesday 11 November 2025, join Chun-Hsi Wang (National Taipei University) to explore how Matsu is transforming its unique - [October 2025: Cold War Talks & Events](https://www.coldwarnetwork.co.uk/october-2025-cold-war-talks-events/) - This October, a number of UK institutions are hosting hybrid lectures, exhibitions or events that shine a light on Britain’s Cold War experience and its global legacy. TALKS: 𝗕𝗼𝗱𝗹𝗲𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸: 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗰𝗿𝗮𝗳𝘁 - 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝘅𝗵𝗶𝗯𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻On Friday 10 October 2025, join co-curators Jessica Douthwaite and Federico Varese to discuss the John Le Carré archive at the - [5th Cold War Network Conference: Nothe Fort, Weymouth, Dorset](https://www.coldwarnetwork.co.uk/nothe-fort-conference/) - We're pleased to announce the programme for the 5th Cold War Network Conference, to be held at Nothe Fort on Tuesday 14th October 2025. The meeting will bring together curators, historians, veterans, and Network members to share research, collections, and lived experience of the Cold War. Highlights of the programme include: Beverley Harrison on Armed - [Planning for Nuclear War: Speaker Slides](https://www.coldwarnetwork.co.uk/planning-for-nuclear-war-speaker-slides/) - What would it have been like to prepare for the unthinkable – the outbreak of nuclear war? That question was at the heart of our recent Cold War Network webinar, Planning for Nuclear War, held on Thursday 18 September 2025. The session brought together two leading voices: Rowena Willard-Wright – historian specialising in the UK’s civil defence planning Duncan - [FREE WEBINAR: Planning for Nuclear War in the UK](https://www.coldwarnetwork.co.uk/free-webinar-planning-for-nuclear-war-in-the-uk/) - What would it have been like to prepare for the unthinkable - the outbreak of nuclear war? During the Cold War, governments across the world quietly developed plans to ensure survival, continuity, and recovery in the face of a potential nuclear strike. These strategies were rarely spoken about publicly, yet they shaped policy, infrastructure, and - [WATCH - The Cold War Network and Military Vehicle Trust Bring Cold War History to Life at Chatsworth Country Fair](https://www.coldwarnetwork.co.uk/watch-cwn-mvt-chatsworth-country-fair/) - In another boost to their collaborative partnership, The Cold War Network and The Military Vehicle Trust joined forces at the 2025 Chatsworth Country Fair, captivating thousands of visitors with an immersive Cold War display. Chatsworth Country Fair is one of England’s most spectacular outdoor events, held in the 1,000-acre parkland surrounding Chatsworth House. Across three - [Materialising the Cold War](https://www.coldwarnetwork.co.uk/materialising-the-cold-war-project/) - About the Project The Cold War was about dreams and nightmares: dreams for a better world and nightmares of catastrophic destruction. It was a global conflict that began in the wake of the Second World War and ended with the peaceful revolutions of 1989-90 and the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991. The Cold - [Media Round Up: First National Cold War Heritage Week](https://www.coldwarnetwork.co.uk/media-round-up-first-national-cold-war-heritage-week/) - In May 2025, the Cold War Network brought together historic sites across the UK for the first-ever National Cold War Heritage Week. Taking place between 16 and 23 May 2025, this nationwide event saw 15 museums, bunkers, military sites, and heritage locations open their doors to offer exclusive tours, special exhibitions, and expert-led talks on - [Highlights from the 4th Cold War Network Conference](https://www.coldwarnetwork.co.uk/highlights-from-the-4th-cold-war-network-conference/) - The 4th Cold War Network Conference took place on 13th February 2025 at the Upper Heyford Heritage Centre, drawing heritage professionals, museum curators, military historians, and preservation groups together for a high-impact day of discussion, collaboration, and future planning. The former RAF Upper Heyford - once home to the United States Air Force’s 20th Tactical - [Guest Blog: A Visit to Yorkshire Air Museum](https://www.coldwarnetwork.co.uk/guest-blog-a-visit-to-yorkshire-air-museum/) - Written by: Holly Tatton, Leeds Beckett University In October, our Leeds Beckett consultancy project group visited the Yorkshire Air Museum to deepen our understanding of the Cold War to aid us in creating our event week next May! The Museum known for its large collection of exhibits and artifacts, which provided invaluable insights to the - [Guest Blog: Uncovering Orford Ness’ Cold War history](https://www.coldwarnetwork.co.uk/guest-blog-uncovering-orford-ness-cold-war-history/) - Written by: Holly Tatton, Leeds Beckett University CONSULTANCY PROJECT UPDATES Nestled in the coast of Suffolk, Orford Ness stands as a testament of Britain’s Cold War legacy. In October, two of our consultancy project students took the chance to see the experience first hand. Our recent expedition to this former military testing site was an - [UK’s First National Cold War Heritage Week Debuts at Leeds Beckett University](https://www.coldwarnetwork.co.uk/cwn-heritage-week-debut/) - The Cold War Network (CWN) proudly marked a major milestone today with the launch of the UK’s first National Cold War Heritage Week, held at the Carnegie School of Sport, Leeds Beckett University. The initiative marks another successful chapter in Network’s rapid growth and impact. Welcoming the launch, Cold War Network Founder and Chairperson - - [Remembering The Cold War: Nostalgia and Experiences of Cold War Tourism](https://www.coldwarnetwork.co.uk/remembering-the-cold-war/) - The research on Cold War heritage has revealed several key findings related to heritage, curatorship, and visitor experiences. These findings provide valuable insights into the challenges and complexities faced in preserving, interpreting, and presenting Cold War sites to the public. Heritage Findings: An over-reliance on non-experts to present an expert heritage: Cold War sites often rely - [Leeds Beckett Students Present Cold War Network Consultancy Work](https://www.coldwarnetwork.co.uk/cwn-consultancy-presentation/) - Final-year students from Leeds Beckett University’s School of Events, Tourism and Hospitality Management recently took part in a standout academic experience as they delivered their consultancy presentations for members of the Cold War Network. As part of their final assessments, students undertook research and consultancy work focused on Cold War heritage - exploring how museums - [Cold War Network Makes Impact at NCCF Convention 2024](https://www.coldwarnetwork.co.uk/british-nuclear-test-veterans-association-bntva/) - On Saturday 11 May 2024, the British Nuclear Test Veterans Association (BNTVA) joined fellow organisations, veterans, and supporters at the Nuclear Community Charity Fund (NCCF) convention and gala dinner, held at the Hilton Hotel, East Midlands Airport. The event brought together members of the wider nuclear and Cold War communities for a day of commemoration, ## Pages - [](https://www.coldwarnetwork.co.uk/) - NATIONAL COLD WAR HERITAGE WEEK 2026: 00Days 00Hours 00Minutes 00Seconds The Cold War Network is a UK-based platform that facilitates collaboration and knowledge exchange among individuals and organisations with an interest in the Cold War era and those who own, manage or curate a Cold War site or collection or are involved in related research. - [The Cold War Network](https://www.coldwarnetwork.co.uk/about/) - The Cold War Network facilitates collaboration and knowledge exchange among individuals and organisations with an interest in the Cold War era and who own, manage or curate a Cold War site or collection or are involved in related research. Purpose of the Network The primary purpose of The Cold War Network is to foster collaboration, - [Thank you for supporting the UK's first National Cold War Heritage Week](https://www.coldwarnetwork.co.uk/ncwhw/) - Cold War National Heritage Week - Discover the Secrets, Stories, and Strategies of the Cold War In May 2025 the Cold War Network brought together historic sites across the UK for the first-ever Cold War National Heritage Week - a nationwide event dedicated to uncovering Britain’s Cold War history. Taking place from 16th – 23rd May, - [Small Donations](https://www.coldwarnetwork.co.uk/donate/) - [Shop](https://www.coldwarnetwork.co.uk/shop/) - [Member Benefits](https://www.coldwarnetwork.co.uk/membership/) - Membership of the Network is free to anyone who owns, manages, curates, carries out research or is in another way connected with Cold War heritage in the UK. The Network offers the following benefits: Face-to-Face Events: Two face-to-face events each year at various Cold War sites. These events include guided tours, educational talks, and networking - [Cold War Sites & Collections](https://www.coldwarnetwork.co.uk/sites-and-collections/) - Our digital map shows UK museums and visitor attractions which are within former Cold War sites, or which have Cold War related collections. To help identify where Cold War collections or heritage sites are located, the links below have been arranged by former postal county. National & Other Organisations British Nuclear Test Veterans Association (BNTVA)Cold - [Advisory Panel](https://www.coldwarnetwork.co.uk/advisors/) - Chaired by Dr. Kathryn Bedford (Director) the Advisory Panel plays a crucial role in providing expert guidance and strategic insight to support the organization's mission and objectives. 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