Site of Second World War pillbox, near Rotten End (EHER 82733)
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Summary
Now destroyed. The site of a destroyed Second World War reinforced concrete pillbox, probably a Type 24, near Rotten End on the west bank of the River Pant.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | TL 7304 2913 (point) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | SHALFORD, BRAINTREE, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
NRHE data transfer:
Pillbox [probably type 24], first noted by recorder as schoolboy during war, but since destroyed. Located near Rotten End, on west bank of River Pant adjacent to ford to east of lane. <1>
Sources
- <1> SEX76214 Webpage: Clarke, J.. 1996-2003. Defence of Britain Database.
Other References
- NRHE identifier: 1420138
- National Monuments Record: TL 72 NW 65