Second World War spigot mortar emplacement, plantation south of Shortgrove Bridge (EHER 10395)
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Summary
A Second World War spigot mortar pit complete with pedestal and pintle, visited in 1996.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | TL 5206 3585 (point) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | NEWPORT, UTTLESFORD, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
1996. Survey.
Approximately 60 yards to the south of Shortgrove Bridge, in a thicket of woods and scrub, is a spigot mortar pit complete with pedestal and pintle. It is situated just a few yards from the west bank of the River Cam but it is difficult to see as the pit has been filled with rubbish and dead branches. Without some excavation it is not possible to see how many alcoves there are. One photo of site. <1>
Sources
- <1> SEX31461 Photograph: Nash, F.. 1996. WWII defences. one frame.
Other References
- Old SMR Number: TL53