Monument record MWX1437 - Second World War Coastal Observation Post, East Lulworth
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Summary
A World War Two observation post situated on cliff edge on west edge of Worbarrow Bay, near Tyneham. It was constructed in 1940-41 and is of brick with concrete rendering. A field visit in 1996 found it to be in good condition.
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Full Description
Observation post situated on cliff edge. Panoramic observation window. Brick construction with concrete rendering on outside. With PLAN and measurements. Top of cliff on W edge of Worbarrow Bay, near Tyneham. <1-3>
Sources/Archives (4)
- <1> SWX5 Digital archive: Council for British Archaeology. 1995. Defence of Britain Project. S0000053.
- <2> SDO128 Machine readable data file: Council for British Archaeology. 2003. Defence of Britain Project Database.
- <2> SDO17227 Excavation archive: Council for British Archaeology. 2006. Defence of Britain Project Archive DEB01. S0000053.
- <4> SDO14739 Digital archive: National Record of the Historic Environment. 1416271.
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Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Location
| Grid reference | SY 86510 80500 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY88SE |
| Civil Parish | East Lulworth; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Defence of Britain database: S0000053
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 6 010 061
- Legacy UID: National Monuments Record: SY 88 SE 65
- Legacy UID: National Record of the Historic Environment: 1416271
Record last edited
Aug 11 2023 3:07PM
