RAF Wainfleet Lynx Helicopter Glamping Pod Heating

27-03-2024

Heat Mat has specified a heating system for a unique renovation project; the conversion of an iconic Lynx Helicopter into holiday accommodation in Lincolnshire.

Will Roughton, a local Farmer and owner of property on the former RAF Wainfleet site, approached his electrical distributor to find a heating solution for a sky-high project he’s currently working on.

Mr Roughton is converting a Military Westland Lynx Helicopter into holiday accommodation at Friskney near Skegness. The helicopter complete with underfloor heating is aimed at families. The impressive aircraft will sit on the same site as a 1970’s control tower and three RAF bunkers, which have already been renovated by the local entrepreneur.

The British Army held a final flypast in January this year for the remarkable helicopters, before decommissioning the Lynx, following 40 years of military service.

Mr Roughton saw this as an opportunity to continue the legacy of the iconic machine and introduce it to new fans as a unique place to play and stay.

Heat Mat’s Solution

To keep the interior cosy Heat Mat specified their 150W Combymat System. The heating mats were fitted onto 6mm of foam insulation on top of a 6mm plywood base. The final floor covering will be laminate. 

The Combymat system will heat the 3.3m2 space with a total output of 450W. Heat Mat’s new WiFi enabled touchscreen NGT thermostat will control the heli-heating and allow Mr Roughton to adjust the system remotely to meet guest’s demands.

The Result

The cockpit controls will remain in place for visitors and the space will house a sofabed, TV and mini fridge creating a self contained glamping pod for helicopter enthusiasts and children to enjoy.

The system was supplied by Heat Mat’s customer 7Core Electrical Wholesale in Skegness and installed by Will Roughton’s team at Homestead Property Lets.

Heat Mat’s underfloor heating is ideal for holiday and glamping accommodation. Heat Mat’s past experience includes heating Shepherd’s huts, cabins, holiday homes, hotels and more.