Monument record FEX 314 - Civil defence site
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Summary
Civil Defence Pillar, the structure is constructed of brick and concrete and retains its original wooden doors.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TM 3149 3542 (3m by 2m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TM33NW |
| Civil Parish | FELIXSTOWE, SUFFOLK COASTAL, SUFFOLK |
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Civil Defence Pillar. The structure is constructed of brick and concrete and retains its original wooden doors. It is understood that telecommunications equipment would have been fitted inside. The pillar was used as a back-up air-raid siren system which could be operated in the event that the Civil Defence Centre had been disabled (S1).
Sources/Archives (1)
- <S1> SSF53735 Index: English Heritage. Pastscape. http://www.pastscape.org.uk/hob.aspx?hob_id=1533127.
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Record last edited
Sep 21 2013 4:18PM