Monument record MDO29958 - Second World War beach defences, Southbourne, Bournemouth
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Summary
Second World War beach defences are visible on aerial photographs of 1941 along the beach front to the south of Southbourne Overcliff Drive. The beach defences appear to have been removed later during the Second World War.
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Full Description
Second World War beach defences are visible on aerial photographs of 1941 along the beach front to the south of Southbourne Overcliff Drive. The beach defences appear to have been removed later during the Second World War. They consist of a line of defences extending along the beach for a distance of 63 m, then turning inland at its eastern end. (1) This site was digitally plotted during the South West Rapid Coastal Zone Assessment Survey (Dorset).
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDO13122 Aerial Photograph: Royal Air Force. 26-AUG-1941. SZ 1191/10 MSO 31259 1416/S442H55 PO-32.
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Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SZ 1356 9125 (68m by 19m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SZ19SW |
| Unitary Authority | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Nov 25 2013 12:08PM