Monument record MDO43376 - World War II auxiliary unit operational base, Church Hill, Alton Pancras

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Summary

Site of a World War II auxiliary unit operational base recorded at Church Hill, north east of Alton Pancras. It was constructed in 1940-41 and by 1949 was considered to be in a dangerous condition. The precise location and condition of the site is uncertain.

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TDW/1156 (Ministry of Town and Country Planning reference). Cassini grid 41/12 SE 148246. Underground shelter considered for destruction as public danger, 1949. 'Extremely difficult to find. About 20-25 ft off track leading from gate to wood. Follow track 30ft N from gate, then 70ft W'. Church Hill, NE of Alton Pancras. <1>

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  • <1> Index: Historic England. Historic England Archive. DEB01.
  • <2> Digital archive: National Record of the Historic Environment. 1428135.

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Location

Grid reference ST 7130 0380 (point)
Map sheet ST70SW
Civil Parish Alton Pancras; Dorset
Unitary Authority Dorset

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Record last edited

Feb 9 2022 10:23AM

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