Monument record MDO29474 - Possible Second World War bomb craters, Kimmeridge Bay, Tyneham
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Summary
Three circular hollows are visible as earthworks on aerial photographs of Kimmeridge Bay, located in fields just above the cliffs. They are considered likely to be the remains of bomb craters associated with Second World War activity in this area. They are still partially visible as cropmarks on more recent aerial photographs.
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Full Description
Three circular hollows are visible as earthworks on aerial photographs of Kimmeridge Bay (1-2), located in fields just above the cliffs. They are considered likely to be the remains of bomb craters associated with Second World War activity in this area. They were digitally plotted during the South West Rapid Coastal Zone Assessment Survey (Dorset). They are still partially visible as cropmarks on more recent aerial photographs (3).
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SY 8985 7904 (100m by 35m) (6 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY87NE |
| Civil Parish | Steeple with Tyneham; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Oct 10 2013 4:09PM
