Second World War pillbox at Edgars Farm (EHER 20058)
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Summary
Second World War Type 27 pillbox. Near railway line and river, on Essex/Suffolk border, south-east of Lamarsh.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred TL 8957 3563 (7m by 9m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | LAMARSH, BRAINTREE, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
1997. Field visit.
On the bank of the River Stour is an hexagonal, brick-faced, concrete pillbox. It measures 21’10 across with a low entrance on the west side. This is a central anti-aircraft machine-gun well with concrete mounting pedestal and remains of the steel fittings. Two steel rods cross the roof although one of these has become detached and is bent. Unlike its neighbour 300 yards to the south, which has unusually thin walls, this pillbox has unusually thick walls fully 3’11. Two photos of site. <1>
NRHE data transfer:
Type 27 pillbox. Near railway line and river, on Essex/Suffolk border, south-east of Lamarsh. <2>
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Other References
- NRHE identifier: 1429613
- National Monuments Record: TL 83 NE 75