Monument record MDO29040 - Second World War bomb craters, Studland Heath, Studland
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Summary
A large area of Second World War bomb craters is visible as an earthwork on aerial photographs of the 1940s to the south west of Little Sea, Studland Heath.
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Full Description
A large area of Second World War bomb craters is visible as an earthwork on aerial photographs of the 1940s to the south west of Little Sea, Studland Heath. This area was used for military training. The craters are sub-circular and measure between 4 m and 6 m. They are visible over an area measuring approximately 230 m by 205 m. (1) Further areas of bomb craters are located to the south (see MDO29036 and MDO29039). This site was digitally plotted during the South West Rapid Coastal Zone Assessment Survey (Dorset).
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDO12797 Aerial Photograph: Royal Air Force. 04-NOV-1946. RAF/CPE/UK/1821 4393-4.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SZ 0302 8394 (243m by 285m) (23 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SZ08SW |
| Civil Parish | Studland; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Aug 21 2013 4:01PM
