Second World War pillbox at Duton Hill (EHER 10463)
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Summary
A Second World War Type 28a anti-tank concrete and brick gun emplacement located at Duton Hill, north of Great Easton.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred TL 6026 2663 (9m by 7m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | TILTY, UTTLESFORD, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
On the west bank of the River Chelmer stands an FW3/28A pillbox facing north. <1>
It is constructed of brick and concrete but the flettons are now falling off. From the dimensions of the main aperture this pillbox was built to house a 6-pounder gun and the outline of the original concrete mounting pedestal can still be seen. The Bren-gun chamber is on the east side with two loopholes there is one loophole in the main chamber. In addition, a small rifle slit has been formed on the north side.
Interestingly, each of the Bren-gun loopholes is numbered in paint - 2, 3 and 4. Presumably the main aperture was no. 1. The main aperture and the lower part of the inner entrance to the Bren-gun chamber have been closed off with concrete blocks. Four photos of site. <2>
NRHE data transfer:
Type 28a anti-tank gun emplacement. Location: Duton Hill, north of Great Easton. <3>
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Other References
- Old SMR Number: TL62
- NRHE identifier: 1422003
- National Monuments Record: TL 62 NW 50