Second World War pillbox, east of Pound Lane (EHER 20104)
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Summary
Second World War rectangular infantry pillbox. Described as an Eastern Command Type in 'Ironside's Line'. It is in North Benfleet.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TQ 7597 8879 (6m by 6m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | BOWERS GIFFORD AND NORTH BENFLEET, BASILDON, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
The anti-tank ditch of the GHQ line ran from the Road Barrier on the A13 at TQ75948840 northwards, keeping more or less parallel with Pound Lane, the lane being 400/500 yards away on its west side. At TQ75988880 a rectangular infantry pillbox, with a blast wall, faces eastwards across the former path of the ditch. It stands on the north side of a field edge and is constructed of concrete. One photo of site. <1>
NRHE data transfer:
Rectangular infantry pillbox. Pillbox variant. Described as an Eastern Command Type in 'Ironside's Line'. It is in North Benfleet. <2>
Sources
Other References
- NRHE identifier: 1421874
- National Monuments Record: TQ 78 NE 33