NHER 32539 (Monument record) - Site of World War Two pillbox
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Summary
This was the location of a type 24 pillbox. This is a relatively rare type, and it would have been constructed around 1940. By the early 1990's the anti-ricochet wall has been removed and it was in use as a shed. However, by 2021 the pillbox had been demolished.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Location
| Map sheet | TG21NE |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | HORSTEAD WITH STANNINGHALL, BROADLAND, NORFOLK |
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Full Description
Quite rare type 24 pill box in garden of 2 Church Close. Used as tool shed. Anti-ricochet wall removed. Date 1940.
See (S1).
D. Walker (NLA), July 1996.
January 2021. Report from member of the public [1].
This pillbox was visible from public footpaths in the area. It has been reported that this rare pillbox has been demolished.
H. Hamilton (HES), 13 January 2021.
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Record last edited
Jan 13 2021 1:10PM