Monument record MCC4788 - WWII Pillbox, west of Ford Street Hill, Aldham
Summary
WWII Pillbox.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TL 9202 2659 (7m by 6m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TL92NW |
| Civil Parish | ALDHAM, COLCHESTER, ESSEX |
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Full Description
From a field edge 200 yards west of Fordstreet Hill an hexagonal, concrete pillbox faces north across a wide valley. It is 21ft 3in across, has small loopholes, a central anti-aircraft machine-gun well complete with concrete pedestal and steel mounting fittings. The low 'porch-type' entrance is in the south side.
Four photos of site.<1>
See also <2>.
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- None recorded
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Record last edited
Jun 15 2020 11:41AM