Monument record MDO29931 - Possible Second World War military building, Bincleaves Groyne, Portland
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Summary
A rectilinear structure is visible on aerial photographs of Bincleaves Groyne taken in 1946. It is considered possible this could be military building associated with Second World War activity in this area. Alternatively it could be related to post medieval or modern industrial or marine activities.
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
A rectilinear structure is visible on aerial photographs of Bincleaves Groyne taken in 1946 (1). It is considered possible this could be military building associated with Second World War activity in this area. Alternatively it could be related to post medieval or modern industrial or marine activities. This feature was digitally plotted during the South West Rapid Coastal Zone Assessment Survey (Dorset). This structure is not visible on the most recent comprehensive aerial images available to the project.
<1> Royal Air Force, 13-APR-1946, RAF 106G/UK/1411 F20 4023-24 (Aerial Photograph). SDO13088.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDO13088 Aerial Photograph: Royal Air Force. 13-APR-1946. RAF 106G/UK/1411 F20 4023-24.
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SY 6903 7772 (4m by 7m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY67NE |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Nov 19 2013 2:26PM
