Second World War pillbox, north-east of Brookfield Farm (EHER 10485)
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Summary
A Second World War type 24 prefabricated thick-walled concrete pillbox north-east of Brookfield Farm.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred TL 6231 2352 (6m by 5m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | GREAT DUNMOW, UTTLESFORD, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
In the middle of an open field stands an FW3/24 concrete pillbox facing north. <1>
It is in good condition with the original shelf fixing brackets still in position. One photo of site. <2>
NRHE data transfer:
Type 24 prefabricated thick walled pillbox. There are five embrasures and the entrance is in the longest wall at the rear flanked by a further two embrasures. Flat concrete shelves survive internally as does the anti ricochet wall. There is a 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: 1416539
- National Monuments Record: TL 62 SW 83