Monument record DUN 031 - World War II pillbox onm the beach.
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Summary
A World War II pillbox is visible on the beach to the south-east of Walberswick
Location
| Grid reference | TM 49065 73163 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TM47SE |
| Civil Parish | DUNWICH, SUFFOLK COASTAL, SUFFOLK |
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
A square structure, c 7.5m across, is visible at TM49067316 on 1941 aerial photographs (S1), on the beach to the south-east of Walberswick. An attached blast wall also seems to be visible on the photograph. It is located between two stretches of beach defence scaffolding, and is of World War II date. The structure can still be seen on aerial photographs from 1945 (S2).
Sources/Archives (2)
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (3)
- Event - Interpretation: 'Sensitivity to Access' assessment for Natural England Coastal Access project, February 2016. (ESF23524)
- Event - Survey: Archaeological Survey - World War II Uncovered Sample survey of WWII heritage at risk along the Suffolk Coast (ESF30850)
- Event - Interpretation: Suffolk Coast and Intertidal Zone NMP Project (EXS18033)
Record last edited
Jan 19 2026 1:15PM