Monument record LWT 112 - World War II slit trench and pillbox.
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Summary
Slit trench and pillbox, of World War II date, close to Claremont Pier, Lowestoft
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TM 54508 91929 (28m by 49m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TM59SW |
| Civil Parish | LOWESTOFT, WAVENEY, SUFFOLK |
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Full Description
A square pillbox c 5m across can be seen on the Esplanade at the west end of Claremont Pier, Lowestoft, on 1941 aerial photographs (S1). It can also be seen on 1944 aerial photographs (S2). Approx 50m south-west of the pillbox, a short section of 'crenellated' trench can be seen. These two features appear to be connected with the WWII defences of this area, and in particular, the pier, which had a section taken out of it during the war, presumably as a defensive measure.
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- None recorded
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Record last edited
Feb 23 2016 4:38PM