Monument Number 1407018 |
| Hob Uid: 1407018 | |
Location :
Essex
Epping Forest
North Weald Bassett
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| Grid Ref : TL4870003700 |
| Summary : A World War Two cantilevered pillbox at North Weald Airfield. The pillbox has a low domed circular roof 12 foot in diameter, flattened in the centre and supported by a circular pillar. There is a 360 degree embrasure, enabling an all-round field of fire. The pillbox is built of reinforced concrete, concrete, brick and steel components. The pillbox was probably constructed 1940-1941. The airfield is considered a key site partly because of its well preserved defensive landscape, of which this pillbox forms a part. |
| More information : A World War Two cantilevered pillbox at North Weald Airfield, North Weals Bassett, Essex, TL 487 037. The pillbox has a low domed circular roof 12 foot in diameter, flattened in the centre and supported by a circular pillar. There is a 360 degree embrasure. The pillbox is built of reinforced concrete, concrete, brick and steel components. The pillbox was probably constructed 1940-1941. In 1997 the pillbox was found to be in good condition by a field visit made in conjunction with the Defence of Britain Project. (1) |