Herbert Noga Crash Site Memorial, Darwen Moor
Wives Hill, Darwen Moor, Darwen, BB3 2TZ · Blackburn & Burnley
On 29 July 1945, Polish Air Force pilot Warrant Officer Herbert Noga of No.316 Squadron RAF died when his P-51C Mustang (SR411) flew into Darwen Moor in low cloud, shortly after taking off from RNAS Inskip. The crash site at Wives Hill is a shallow depression on the open moor where small pieces of wreckage remain and visitors leave tributes. It makes a thought-provoking destination for an older-kids walk across the moors, often combined with Darwen Tower.
Spark Hub tip: The site is out on open, exposed moorland with no facilities and no direct road access - weather and visibility can change quickly, so only attempt it as part of a proper moor walk.
Visitor information
Visitor info
- Address
- Wives Hill, Darwen Moor, Darwen, BB3 2TZ
- Price
- Check their website before you set off
- Setting
- Outdoor
Last checked Sun, 26 Jul 2026 · Food nearby, parents’ tips and more in the planner →
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