Second World War pillbox, between River Chelmer and recreation ground, Church End (EHER 10498)
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Summary
Second World War Type 24 thick walled, shell-proof concrete pillbox between Church End and the recreation ground on the west bank of the River Chelmer.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred TL 6301 2262 (7m by 8m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | GREAT DUNMOW, UTTLESFORD, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
In scrub on the west bank of the River Chelmer stands an FW3/24 concrete pillbox facing east. <1>
All the loopholes and the entrance have been bricked up. One photo of site. <2>
NRHE data transfer:
Second World War Type 24 thick walled, shell-proof concrete pillbox between Church End and the recreation ground on the west bank of the River Chelmer. <3>
Sources
Other References
- Old SMR Number: TL62
- NRHE identifier: 1421995
- National Monuments Record: TL 62 SW 97