A NEW display featuring photos and information about heroic war pilot brothers John and Hugh Dundas has gone on display at Cawthorne Museum.

The pair grew up at Dale House in Cawthorne and blue plaques were unveiled at the site last month to ensure their legacy lives on.

The brothers became established pilots for the RAF in World War Two, with John being shot down in service at 25 years old.

Sir Hugh survived the war, retiring from the RAF in 1947 and retaining his rank of Group Captain.

He later went on to become the director of Thames Television, eventually receiving a knighthood in 1987.

And locals are now able to learn more about the heroic duo with the display in place until Remembrance Sunday, November 9.

A spokesperson for the museum said: “We are thrilled to announce that we are extending our opening hours until Remembrance Sunday.

“This is to allow all visitors to come and view our current exhibition remembering John and Hugh Dundas, who very recently had blue plaques mounted within the village to commemorate their lives.

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“Come visit us to learn more about these brave men.”

The museum is open on weekends from 2pm until 5pm with extended opening times - 11am until 5pm - on Remembrance Sunday.