Second World War pillbox, Station Road, Ardleigh (EHER 21596)
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Summary
On the E side of Station Road, S of the railway crossing stands a huge, brick and concrete pillbox, mostly covered in ivy and other creepers. The purpose was clearly to protect the road into Ardleigh from the S although why such a massive shell-proof design was chosen is a mystery.
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Location
| Grid reference | TM 0546 2892 (point) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | ARDLEIGH, TENDRING, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
On the E side of Station Road, S of the railway crossing stands a huge, brick and concrete pillbox, mostly covered in ivy and other creepers.
It is thought to be of the same type as the other pillbox in the village which stands in a tractor depot to the NW, 19 feet across with 11 feet 6 inch sides, and 3 feet 6 inch thick walls (detailed in EHER 21595). The purpose was clearly to protect the road into Ardleigh from the S although why such a massive shell-proof design was chosen is a mystery. <1>
Five photos of site. <2>