Second World War pillbox, near Easton Farm (EHER 10470)
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Summary
A type FW3/24 pillbox stands in a small thicket in the gardens of Easton Farm.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred TL 6061 2468 (5m by 6m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | LITTLE EASTON, UTTLESFORD, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
A type FW3/24 pillbox stands in a small thicket in the gardens of Easton Farm. <1>
It faces north-east, is constructed of brick and concrete, and is almost totally covered in ivy. Originally this pillbox stood on a hedge line in open fields. <2>
One photo of site. <3>
NRHE data transfer:
A Second World War type 24 thick walled, shell-proof concrete pillbox located at Butchers Pasture. <4>
Sources
- <1> SEX31431 Bibliographic reference: Wills, H.. 1985. Pillboxes: A Study of U.K. Defences 1940. p.30.
- <2> SEX32074 Aerial Photograph: Hunting Surveys Limited. 1960. Run 14-019.
- <3> SEX31461 Photograph: Nash, F.. 1996. WWII defences. One frame.
- <4> SEX76214 Webpage: Clarke, J.. 1996-2003. Defence of Britain Database.
Other References
- Old SMR Number: TL62
- NRHE identifier: 1422000
- National Monuments Record: TL 62 NW 47