Monument record MDO42710 - Second World War anti-tank blocks south of the River Hooke, north of Tollerford Barn, Frome Vauchurch
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Summary
The Pillbox Study Group note what appears to be a short length of at least four possible concrete anti-tank blocks on the south bank of the River Hooke, east of its bridging by Greenford Lane and north east of the intersection with Back Lane, visible on RAF vertical aerial photographs dated April 1947. These presumably served to deter potential fording of the river beside the bridge.
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Full Description
The status of the blocks is uncertain. The land plot is now very overgrown. It is presumed that the blocks have been removed, but further investigation may refute this.
Thompson, S, 2020, Pillbox Study Group: Defence of Britain Project sites not in the Dorset Historic Environment Record, e28042 (Unpublished document). SDO16685.
Sources/Archives (1)
- --- SDO16685 Unpublished document: Thompson, S. 2020. Pillbox Study Group: Defence of Britain Project sites not in the Dorset Historic Environment Record. e28042.
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Location
| Grid reference | SY 59228 97571 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY59NE |
| Civil Parish | Frome Vauchurch; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Jan 13 2025 4:37PM
