Monument record MWX1451 - Second World War square structure, possible pillbox, RAF Worth Matravers
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Summary
Large possible pillbox structure. The site was identified on aerial photographs and digitally plotted during the South West Rapid Coastal Zone Assessment Survey (Dorset).
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Large possible pillbox structure, rectangular with entry porch[?]. May be part of the defences of RAF Worth Matravers. <1>
The small square structure (4m across) was identified on aerial photographs (2-3) and digitally plotted during the South West Rapid Coastal Zone Assessment Survey (Dorset).
Sources/Archives (5)
- <1> SDO17227 Excavation archive: Council for British Archaeology. 2006. Defence of Britain Project Archive DEB01. S0015334.
- <1> SWX5 Digital archive: Council for British Archaeology. 1995. Defence of Britain Project. S0015334.
- <2> SDO12894 Aerial Photograph: Royal Air Force. 20-MAR-1945. RAF 106G/LA187 3010-1.
- <3> SDO12895 Aerial Photograph: Royal Air Force. 04-NOV-1946. RAF/CPE/UK/1824 3244-5.
- <4> SDO14739 Digital archive: National Record of the Historic Environment. 1429386.
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SY 96467 76866 (15m by 13m) (3 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY97NE |
| Civil Parish | Worth Matravers; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 6 028 076
- Legacy UID: National Monuments Record: SY 97 NE 157
- Legacy UID: National Record of the Historic Environment: 1429386
Record last edited
Dec 7 2022 6:58PM