The explosion that shook Westoning

In September 1976 the quiet village of Westoning was rocked by an enormous explosion cased by a petrol tanker crashing along the high street.

Miraculously, no-one was killed – but it resulted in families being left homeless and businesses destroyed.

And for those who witnessed it, memories that remain vivid 50 years later.

Paul Joslin hears their story.

(Interviews by Tony Fisher)
(Photo credit: Bedfordshire Police)