Monument record SCV 016 - World War II strongpoint overlooking Pottersbridge Marshes.
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Summary
World War II strongpoint overlooking Pottersbridge Marshes.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TM 51060 79520 (389m by 273m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TM57NW |
| Civil Parish | SOUTH COVE, WAVENEY, SUFFOLK |
Map
Type and Period (6)
- FORTIFICATION (Second World War - 1941 AD? to 1945 AD?)
- PILLBOX (Second World War - 1941 AD? to 1945 AD?)
- TRENCH (Second World War - 1941 AD? to 1945 AD?)
- SLIT TRENCH (Second World War - 1941 AD? to 1945 AD?)
- BARBED WIRE OBSTRUCTION (Second World War - 1941 AD? to 1945 AD?)
- MINEFIELD (Second World War - 1941 AD? to 1945 AD?)
Full Description
A World War II strongpoint comprising a pillbox and associated trench system within a barbed wire circuit is visible in 1941 at TM 511794. Also visible are two possible minefields extending to the northwest and on the east side as well as slit trenches located at TM 50877947, TM 51007958 and TM 50997965. The strongpoint is located on high ground on the north side of Pottersbridge Marshes , west of Easton Broad (S1).
Formerly (2000) numbered in duplicate as SCV 008 - re-allocated number SCV 016 January 2007.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <S1> SSF50005 Photograph: RAF. Air Photograph. 2BC/BR173 Cam. VB Frames 6-8.
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (2)
Record last edited
Nov 17 2014 11:19AM