Monument record MTN 057 - Irregular hexagon pillbox at Wilford Bridge, Melton
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Summary
Irregular hexagon pillbox at Wilford Bridge, Melton
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TM 290 502 (7m by 7m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TM25SE |
| Civil Parish | MELTON, SUFFOLK COASTAL, SUFFOLK |
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
An Irregular hexagon pillbox of unique design overlooking Wilford Bridge. Pillbox has a holdfast concrete plinth and embrasure for a six pound anti-tank gun, Bren guns and rifles. Possible observation slit on side of six pounder embrasure. It has a low level protected entrance plus a second low level entrance point that may be an access point for the six pounder (S1).
Sources/Archives (1)
- <S1> SSF56020 E-mail: Thurlow, D. 2010. New Pillbox at Wilford Bridge.
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Feb 10 2016 10:56AM