Monument record MDO42698 - Probable Second World War roadblock formerly on Junction Road, now on Goathorn Close, Hamworthy
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Summary
The Pilbox Study Group note the site of a probable Second World War roadblock on what was formerly part of Junction Road west of its intersection with the B3068 Wimborne Road The roadblock is inferred from RAF aerial photographs dated January 1947, and may relate to a line of concrete anti-tank blocks to the east, and to a large irregular drain and/or anti-tank ditch across open heath to the west.
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Full Description
The roadblock has been removed and its environs extensively re-modelled to remove the former eastern end of Junction Road and form Goathorn Close.
Sources/Archives (1)
- --- SDO16685 Unpublished document: Thompson, S. 2020. Pillbox Study Group: Defence of Britain Project sites not in the Dorset Historic Environment Record. e34198.
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Location
| Grid reference | SY 98790 91960 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY99SE |
| Unitary Authority | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Oct 7 2020 1:28PM