Second World War pillbox, west bank of River Chelmer (EHER 10484)
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Summary
A Second World War thick-walled type 24 prefabricated concrete and brick pillbox on the west bank of the River Chelmer to the north of Parsonage farm.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred TL 6216 2369 (6m by 6m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | GREAT DUNMOW, UTTLESFORD, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
In the middle of an open field stands an FW3/24 concrete pillbox facing east. <1>
Inside it is in good condition with the original shelf fixing brackets still in position. One photo of site. <2>
NRHE data transfer:
Thick walled type 24 prefabricated concrete pillbox. Five embrasures and an entrance in the longest side covered by a further 2 embrasures. Internally concrete shelves survive, as does the anti ricochet wall. There is a large square hole in the ceiling. Located to the north of Great Dunmow between the road and the River Chelmer <3>
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Other References
- Old SMR Number: TL62
- NRHE identifier: 1416536
- National Monuments Record: TL 62 SW 80