Site of Second World War anti-tank obstacles, east side of Frinton Gates (EHER 10594)
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Summary
Site of Second World War anti-tank obstacles, now destroyed. Contemporary records states that there were, "A/T blocks, hedge cut down.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | TM 2365 2042 (point) |
|---|---|
| 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 "A/T blocks, hedge cut down. Frinton Gas Company's Company, Showrooms, Gardens at rear. Map ref. 684385" (Mil. Ed.). <1> These anti-tank obstacles stood in the Gas Company grounds SE of Frinton Gates and opposite those in the garden of the Gate House (SMR 10055) thus forming part of a wide road block across the entrance to the town..
Sources
- <1> SEX31436 LIST: Essex County Council. 1968. War Time Contraventions. Frinton.
Other References
- Old SMR Number: TM22