Monument record MWX1418 - Second World War pillbox, Nothe Gardens, Weymouth
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Summary
A hexagonal structure is visible on aerial photographs of Nothe Gardens taken in 1947. It is considered likely to be the site of the Second World War pillbox. Its hexagonal appearance suggests it could be a Type 22 pillbox.
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Full Description
Thought to have been a round pillbox. Land slippage in this area has obliterated any remains. <1>
A hexagonal structure, approximately 2.9m in diameter, is visible on aerial photographs of Nothe Gardens taken in 1947 <3>. It is considered likely to be the site of the Second World War pillbox described above. Its hexagonal appearance suggests it could be a Type 22 pillbox. It was digitally plotted during the South West Rapid Coastal Zone Assessment Survey (Dorset). This feature is not visible on the most recent comprehensive aerial images available to the project.
Sources/Archives (5)
- <1> SDO17227 Excavation archive: Council for British Archaeology. 2006. Defence of Britain Project Archive DEB01. S0005861.
- <1> SWX5 Digital archive: Council for British Archaeology. 1995. Defence of Britain Project. S0005861.
- <2> SDO17227 Excavation archive: Council for British Archaeology. 2006. Defence of Britain Project Archive DEB01.
- <3> SDO13085 Aerial Photograph: Royal Air Force. 30-AUG-1947. RAF/CPE/UK/2273 5156-57.
- <4> SDO14739 Digital archive: National Record of the Historic Environment. 1420376.
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Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SY 68548 78588 (4m by 4m) (3 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY67NE |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 4 002 644
- Legacy UID: National Monuments Record: 1420376
- Legacy UID: National Monuments Record: SY 67 NE 220
Record last edited
Dec 9 2022 4:03PM