Monument record HSM 005 - Raydon/ Statford St Mary, Auxiliary Unit Observation Post
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Summary
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TM 0444 3691 (78m by 40m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TM03NW |
| Civil Parish | HOLTON ST MARY, BABERGH, SUFFOLK |
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Full Description
Location of a WWII operational base and oberservation post in woodland to the N of Dewlands Farm. The condition of the structures is unknown (R1).
Old Pit near Higham. Stratford St. Mary operational base: auxiliary unit 'hideout' - now DESTROYED (S1)
The patrols’ Observation Post was situated in what at the time would have been the upper edge of mature woodland. The OP was a square dugout of approx 1.20 x 1.20m, originally hidden within a large hollow tree trunk of approx 2.40m height and discovered by the landowner only after the tree trunk had deteriorated and fallen on its side. A small part of this trunk remains in situ (S2).
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Mar 9 2022 1:38PM