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Site of Second World War pillbox, junction of Kirby Road/Elm Tree Avenue (EHER 10061)

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Summary

It is reliably reported that a pillbox once stood on the north side of the junction facing down Elm Tree Avenue. It has now been destroyed.

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Location

Grid reference TM 2381 2171 (point)
Civil Parish FRINTON AND WALTON, TENDRING, ESSEX

Type and Period

Description

It is reliably reported that a pillbox once stood on the north side of the junction facing down Elm Tree Avenue. Alongside were the concrete blocks of the road barrier across Kirby Road (see Site No. 10062). <1> One photo of site. <2>

Sources

  • <1> Verbal communication: Local resident. unknown. Personal communication by wartime landowner.
  • <2> Photograph: Nash, F.. 1996. WWII defences. one frame.

Other References

  • Old SMR Number: TM22

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