Second World War pillbox at Sparlings Farm (EHER 10523)
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Summary
A Second World War type 24 thick walled, shell-proof concrete pillbox located in a field at Sparlings Farm, south of the River Chelmer.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | TL 6450 2059 (point) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | BARNSTON, UTTLESFORD, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
Facing north-west across the River Chelmer is a Type FW3/24 concrete pillbox. <1>
One photo of site. <2>
NRHE data transfer:
Type 24 thick walled, shell-proof pillbox. Categorised 'C' for removal, 1951. Located at OS428, field by River Chelmer, Sparlings Farm, Barnston. <3>
Sources
Other References
- Old SMR Number: TL62
- NRHE identifier: 1421986
- National Monuments Record: TL 62 SW 89