Active US Military Bases in United Kingdom
United Kingdom hosts 4 U.S. military bases or major installations in the current MilitaryINSTALLATIONS overseas directory. This guide keeps the details brief so you can quickly see where each location is and what it supports.
US Military Bases in United Kingdom
U.S. forces in United Kingdom support a mix of training, logistics, aviation, fleet, headquarters and regional missions. The installations below are grouped by service branch.
Air Force Bases in United Kingdom
U.S. Air Force locations here support flying missions, readiness, logistics and regional operations.
RAF Alconbury / RAF Molesworth
RAF Alconbury / RAF Molesworth is an active U.S. military location in Cambridgeshire. Its main role includes intelligence, command and support activities.
| Branch / organization | Air Force |
|---|---|
| Location | Cambridgeshire |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Main operations | Intelligence, command and support activities |
| Public contact | Use the installation’s official MilitaryINSTALLATIONS contact listing for the current office number |
| Status | Active |
RAF Croughton / RAF Fairford
RAF Croughton / RAF Fairford is an active U.S. military location in Northamptonshire / Gloucestershire. Its main role includes communications, air operations and support.
| Branch / organization | Air Force |
|---|---|
| Location | Northamptonshire / Gloucestershire |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Main operations | Communications, air operations and support |
| Public contact | Use the installation’s official MilitaryINSTALLATIONS contact listing for the current office number |
| Status | Active |
RAF Lakenheath
RAF Lakenheath is an active U.S. military location in Suffolk. Its main role includes u.s. fighter aviation and combat readiness.
| Branch / organization | Air Force |
|---|---|
| Location | Suffolk |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Main operations | U.S. fighter aviation and combat readiness |
| Public contact | Use the installation’s official MilitaryINSTALLATIONS contact listing for the current office number |
| Status | Active |
RAF Mildenhall
RAF Mildenhall is an active U.S. military location in Suffolk. Its main role includes air mobility, refueling and special operations support.
| Branch / organization | Air Force |
|---|---|
| Location | Suffolk |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Main operations | Air mobility, refueling and special operations support |
| Public contact | Use the installation’s official MilitaryINSTALLATIONS contact listing for the current office number |
| Status | Active |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many active US military bases are in United Kingdom?
This guide includes 4 current base or major installation entries for United Kingdom from the MilitaryINSTALLATIONS overseas directory.
Which U.S. military branches have bases in United Kingdom?
The current entries include Air Force.
Are U.S. military bases in United Kingdom active?
Yes. The locations in this guide are listed as current overseas installations. Individual missions and unit assignments can change over time.
Can civilians visit U.S. military bases in United Kingdom?
Access is controlled. Visitors normally need authorization and valid identification, and rules can differ by installation and host-country requirements.
Why can military-base totals for United Kingdom differ?
Some sources count small sites, tenant units or separate facilities differently. This article uses major entries in the current MilitaryINSTALLATIONS directory for a consistent count.