Monument record MDO50111 - UKAEA Winfrith
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Summary
Shortly after the formation of the United Kingdon Atomic Energy Authority in 1954, a site at Winfrith Heath was chosen for the construction and operation of a number of experimental and research reactors and supporting facilities. Construction began in September 1957 and the first reactor became operational in 1959, though the official opening of the site was on 16 September 1960.
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Type and Period (2)
Full Description
Barents, M S, 2000, Decommissioning the Winfrith Technology Centre - Environmental Restoration with a Purpose (Article in serial). SDO21651.
Sources/Archives (1)
- --- SDO21651 Article in serial: Barents, M S. 2000. Decommissioning the Winfrith Technology Centre - Environmental Restoration with a Purpose.
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SY 8129 8702 (1419m by 1408m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY88NW |
| Civil Parish | Winfrith Newburgh; Dorset |
| Civil Parish | Wool; Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Jan 22 2026 3:45PM
