Monument record MDO29731 - Second World War bombing decoy site, Chickerell Hive Point, Fleet
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Summary
The possible remains of a Second World War bombing decoy site are visible as group of structures on aerial photographs to the south west of Chickerell Hive Point taken in 1942.
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Full Description
The possible remains of a Second World War bombing decoy site are visible as group of structures on aerial photographs to the south west of Chickerell Hive Point taken in 1942 (1). The site consists of a collection of rectangular features connected by thin linears. This was a QF type decoy (N15/PT1) and was built as part of the N-series of naval decoys to deflect enemy bombing from Portland Harbour. The site is not visible on the most recent comprehensive aerial imagery available to the project (2/3). This site was digitally plotted during the South West Rapid Coastal Zone Assessment Survey (Dorset).
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Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SY 6331 7863 (484m by 455m) (9 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY67NW |
| Civil Parish | Fleet; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: National Monuments Record: 1413276
Record last edited
Nov 5 2013 1:34PM