Monument record HLN 012 - World War II observation post, traces of wire still can be found from where it was connected by field telephone.
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Summary
An observation post overlooking the Southwold Road (B1123). It was connected by field telephone - traces of wire can still be found.
The hurricane of 1987 brought down 115 trees in Mill House grounds. The lookout post had to be destroyed to allow the contractors' tractors onto the site.
Location
| Grid reference | TM 4023 7730 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TM47NW |
| Civil Parish | HOLTON, WAVENEY, SUFFOLK |
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Full Description
In the grounds of Mill House, Southwold Road, Holton. An observation post overlooking the Southwold Road (B1123). It was connected by field telephone - traces of wire can still be found.
The hurricane of 1987 brought down 115 trees in Mill House grounds. The lookout post had to be destroyed to allow the contractors' tractors onto the site (S1).
Sources/Archives (1)
- <S1> SSF54450 Digital archive: Defence of Britain Project archive. UORN: S0006461.
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Nov 19 2014 10:42AM