Prince Charles backs 'crumbling' Bletchley Park

The fight to save Bletchley Park received a huge boost today when Prince Charles declared his support.

The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall arrived at the home of the codebreakers at 11.15am on Thursday.

See slideshow of the Royal visit below.

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They were given a tour of the historical huts by Bletchley Park Trust Director, Simon Greenish, and met some of the war veterans who helped to crack the German codes during the Second World War.

In May MK News revealed that Bletchley Park is in danger of falling apart unless the charity can raise millions of pounds to repair its neglected buildings.

Addressing Trust members, local dignitaries and park volunteers, Prince Charles said: "I woke up this morning, turned the wireless on and heard something about Bletchley Park.

"I was so pleased to hear that attention is being paid to this amazing place.

"You are the keepers of one of the greatest British success stories.

"I would like to express my admiration for all those who have done so much to prevent it (Bletchley Park) from being raised to the ground.

"I could not admire more those who literally stood in front of the bulldozers.

"It's been great today having this opportunity to go round and see something I've always wanted to see.

"It has also been a particular privilege to meet those remarkable people who used to work here during the war."