Reopening The Doors On Our Historic Past

The Hangar’s iconic doors are back - and the future community hub is taking shape.

In a powerful nod to the Brabazon’s aviation heritage, YTL Constructionn UK has reinstated three original, fully restored wooden doors on the eastern wing of The Hangar. This Grade II-listed building once housed the Royal Flying Corps, assembling and maintaining aircraft in the airfield's aviation heyday.

large wooder fully restored doors from former Hangar 16U is suspended from a forklift on the former Filton Airfield area, with historic hangar in the background.

These one-tonne timber doors were carefully removed and lovingly restored by local specialists Stephens & Giles Carpenters. Now, they’ve been returned to their original location, standing tall once more as a striking symbol of The Hangar’s past - and its exciting future as a lively community hub. 

Phill Edwards, Operations Manager at YTL Construction, said: “The reinstallation of the historic doors is a powerful symbol of The Hangar site’s transformation - honouring its past while embracing its future as a vibrant local destination.”  

YTL Construction workers in safety gear operate machinery to carefully lift restored wooden doors at The Hangar at Brabazon.

Restoring these doors was a true collaborative effort - involving conservation specialists, architects, heritage officers, engineers and expert movers Keith Rhodes Machinery Installations Ltd. Together, they’ve ensured that the building’s unique character is preserved while preparing it to welcome a new generation of visitors. 

What’s Coming to The Hangar

Opening early next year, The Hangar will be at the heart of the Brabazon community. Inside, you’ll find: 

Outside, a new public square will host pop-up markets, street food stalls, and open-air events, right by the doors that once welcomed iconic aircraft. 

Stay tuned - The Hangar is just the beginning.  

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