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The original historic wooden doors of The Hangar have been lovingly restored and carefully reinstated, marking the next step in creating a vibrant new community hub for North Bristol at Brabazon.
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 Construction 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.
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.”
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:
- an open-plan cafe by local favourite Mokoko
- a community-focused fitness centre
- flexible activity rooms and a large hall for events, performances, live music, and public gatherings.
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. Sign up to Brabazon’s neighbourhood newsletter to read all about it as it develops.
