Site of Second World War anti-tank obstacles, "Carnaby", The Esplanade (EHER 10588)
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Summary
Site of Second World War anti-tank obstacles, now destroyed. Contemporary records state that there were approximately 150 concrete pimples.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred TM 2433 2025 (30m by 50m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | FRINTON AND WALTON, TENDRING, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
Site of Second World War anti-tank obstacles, now destroyed. Contemporary records states that there were, "Approximately 150 concrete pimples. "Carnaby", Eton Road, Garden". <1>
An aerial photograph taken by the RAF in 1946 shows five rows of pimples running parallel to The Esplanade from the NE side of "Carnaby", 37 The Esplanade, to Winchester Road. It is possible that they were also on the SW side facing Elm Road. <2>
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Other References
- Old SMR Number: TM22