Site of Second World War pillbox, opposite Ricketts, north side of Elder Street (EHER 80707)
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Summary
A Second World War type 22 pillbox located at the former Debden military airfield (now Carver Barracks). The pillbox is situated on the southern perimeter of the flying field area, and formed part of the former RAF Debden's defences. The pillbox is thought to have been built between 1940 and 1941. It is constructed from brick and reinforced concrete and is hexagonal in shape. It was said to be extant and in fair condition in 1999.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred TL 5642 3431 (5m by 6m) There is some confusion about which pillbox is which in this area. |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | WIMBISH, UTTLESFORD, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
NRHE data import:
TL 563 344. A World War Two pillbox at the former Debden military airfield, Debden (sic). The type 22 pillbox formed part of the former RAF Debden's defences. The pillbox is thought to have been built between 1940 and 1941. It is constructed from brick and reinforced concrete and is hexagonal in shape. It was said to be extant and in fair condition in 1999, when it was visited by a Defence of Britain Project recorder. <1>
The NGR supplied in source 1 is in Wimbish, not Debden Civil Parish. The NGR would place the pillbox on the southern perimeter of the former RAF Debden flying field. <2>
Shown on the 1979 1:2500 OS map.12/12/18 Site visit by Pillbox Study Group member Gary Binden shows this site is no longer extant. Location adjusted. Status updated. <3>
Sources
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Other References
- NRHE identifier: 1393521
- National Monuments Record: TL 53 SE 48