Second World War pillbox at Bickners Farm (EHER 10529)
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Summary
A Second World War type 24 thick walled reinforced concrete pillbox located east of Barnston near the south bank of the River Chelmer.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred TL 6601 2014 (6m by 5m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | BARNSTON, UTTLESFORD, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
A Type FW3/24, hexagonal, concrete pillbox stands in a field facing north across the River Chelmer some 40 yards away. <1>
Although the central pillar no longer exists, the interior of the pillbox is in good condition. One photo of site. <2>
NRHE data transfer:
Type 24 thick walled, shell-proof pillbox [plotted from German aerial photograph GB 1042 R - 063-068]. It is located east of Barnston, near the south bank of River Chelmer. <3>
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Other References
- Old SMR Number: TL62
- NRHE identifier: 1421981
- National Monuments Record: TL 62 SE 87