Monument record MWX4221 - Modern military tank remains, Bindon Range, East Lulworth

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Summary

An extensive group of disused tanks are visible on aerial photographs and Lidar imagery of Bindon Range (MDO29420). They are considered likely to be associated with modern military training activities in this area.

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Type and Period (2)

Full Description

The remains of 37 tanks/tracked vehicles lie abandoned. Seen on 2002 AP. (1) An extensive group of disused tanks are visible on aerial photographs (2) and Lidar imagery (3) of Bindon Range (MDO29420). They are considered likely to be associated with modern military training activities in this area. They were digitally plotted during the South West Rapid Coastal Zone Assessment Survey (Dorset).

Sources/Archives (3)

  • <1> Aerial Photograph: BKS Surveys Ltd. 2002. Dorset: Portland Bill to Durlston Head. Frame 0677.
  • <2> Aerial Photograph: Channel Coastal Observatory. 15-OCT-2010. CCO Aerial Photographic Coverage 2009.
  • <3> Aerial Photograph: Channel Coastal Observatory. 25-FEB-2009. Lidar.

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Location

Grid reference Centred SY 8500 8048 (445m by 105m) (53 map features)
Map sheet SY88SE
Civil Parish East Lulworth; Dorset
Unitary Authority Dorset

Protected Status/Designation

  • None recorded

Other Statuses/References

  • Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 6 010 066

Record last edited

Dec 4 2013 8:52AM

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