Site of Second World War anti-tank obstacles, Kirby Road (EHER 10062)
Please read our guidance about the use of Essex Historic Environment Record data.
Summary
It is reliably reported that cube-type anti-tank blocks once stood each side of Kirby Road on the east side of the T-junction and pillbox. They have now been destroyed.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | TM 2382 2170 (point) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | FRINTON AND WALTON, TENDRING, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
It is reliably reported that cube-type anti-tank blocks once stood each side of Kirby Road on the east side of the T-junction and pillbox (see Site No. 10061).
In the roadway between the blocks were rows of anti-tank sockets. These were designed to accommodate lengths of railway line which were normally kept at the roadside. <1>
Site visit by F. Nash. 1996
One photo of site. <2>
Sources
Other References
- Old SMR Number: TM22