Site of Second World War road barrier, Standley Road., Walton (EHER 10612)
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Summary
Site of Second World War road barrier, now destroyed. Contemporary records state, "2 A/T blocks".
Map
Location
| Grid reference | TM 2561 2211 (point) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | FRINTON AND WALTON, TENDRING, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
Site of Second World War road barrier, now destroyed.
Contemporary records state, "2 A/T blocks. Section of garden in front of Walton Council School" and "two concrete blocks in the front garden of 8 Standley Road. Map ref. 704401" (Mil.Ed.). <1>
It is probable that these anti-tank obstacles formed part of a road barrier across Standley Road.
Sources
- <1> SEX31436 LIST: Essex County Council. 1968. War Time Contraventions. Walton.
Other References
- Old SMR Number: TM22