Site of Second World War pillbox at Borley Mill (EHER 20076)
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Summary
Now destroyed. A Second World War pillbox located at Borley Mill.
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Location
| Grid reference | TL 8585 4298 (point) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | BORLEY, BRAINTREE, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
Aerial photographs taken in April 1945 and April 1946 show the clear shape of an hexagonal pillbox, with its entrance on the west face, standing on the north-east side of Borley Mill between the mill and the River Stour. The pillbox is not apparent on aerial photographs from 1960 onwards. <1> <2>
Wills' records, TL 858 429 in mill garden. <3>
NRHE data transfer:
Pillbox. Categorised 'A' for removal, with restoration of adjoining ford. It is located at Borley Mill, Borley. <4>
Sources
Other References
- NRHE identifier: 1428396
- National Monuments Record: TL 84 SE 138