231 Operational Conversion Unit, with English Electric Canberras, was often present. It was also used by Westland Aircraft for flight tests of the Westland Wyvern. Then came the Royal Navy with de Havilland Sea Venoms but they withdrew early in 1958 and by 1961 it appeared the airfield had finally been abandoned.
The 231 Operational Conversion Unit, often featuring English Electric Canberras, was a frequent presence. It was also used by Westland Aircraft for flight tests of the Westland Wyvern. The Royal Navy later joined with de Havilland Sea Venoms but they withdrew in early 1958 and by 1961, it seemed that the airfield had been permanently relinquished.