Monument record BAW 162 - East Lane
Please read our guidance about the use of Suffolk Historic Environment Record data.
Summary
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TM 3569 4005 (6m by 6m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TM34SE |
| Civil Parish | BAWDSEY, SUFFOLK COASTAL, SUFFOLK |
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
WWI pillbox in East Lane, in fair condition. Materials: reinforced concrete and steel.
Single-storey, circular plan, slightly domed concrete roof, carried on corrugated sheeting supported by two steel joists. Small doorway in rear elevation. Formerly closed by double-armoured doors; presently, only the steel hinge- pins remain. Wide splay embrasures.
For other WWI pillboxes in Bawdsey see BAW 160 and BAW 161.
(Source: Field Visit 2000/03/27)
East Lane, Bawdsey. Pillbox of First World War period - single-storey, circular plan, slightly domed concrete roof, carried on corrugated sheeting supported by two steel joists. Small doorway in rear elevation. Formerly closed by double-armoured doors; presently, only the steel hinge-pins remain. Wide splay embrasures.
[Recorder John Harding gives type 25 pillbox at TM 35674003] (S1).
Sources/Archives (1)
- <S1> SSF54450 Digital archive: Defence of Britain Project archive. SORN: S0006395.
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Record last edited
Jan 19 2026 12:56PM