Monument record MDO39347 - Second World War building, Matchams, St Leonards and St Ives
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Summary
A large building of possible military origin is visible as an extant structure on aerial photographs taken in 1945 under what is now Plant Park Road, Matchams. The building is considered likely to be associated with the Second World War and was removed shortly after. The site was digitally plotted during the Dorset Stour NMP.
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Full Description
A large building of possible military origin is visible as an extant structure on aerial photographs taken in 1945 under what is now Plant Park Road, Matchams (1). The building is considered likely to be associated with the Second World War and was removed shortly after, the area has since been disturbed by earth-moving and modern development since the 1950s (2). The site was digitally plotted during the Dorset Stour NMP.
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Location
| Grid reference | SU 13117 02910 (point) (3 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SU10SW |
| Civil Parish | St Leonards and St Ives; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Apr 27 2017 11:44AM