Monument record SLY 081 - A World War II Pillbox at Shotley Gate, Shotley.
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Summary
A World War II Pillbox at Shotley Gate, Shotley.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TM 24987 33616 (5m by 4m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TM23SW |
| Civil Parish | SHOTLEY, BABERGH, SUFFOLK |
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Full Description
A World War II pillbox is visible as a structure on aerial photographs from 1944 onwards, centred on TM24993361. The pillbox measures approximately 3.5m by 3.5m, and is visible on photographs upto 1973. The pillbox has been removed by 1987. The pillbox would have functioned as part of the wider defence network that functioned around Shotley naval base during the war. (S1-S3)
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Oct 21 2004 4:56PM