Monument record BSE 434 - POW Camp 260 Hardwick Heath ,Bury St Edmunds
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Summary
The site of a Second World War prisoner of war camp at Hardwick Heath, known as Camp 260.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TL 8528 6263 (268m by 335m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TL86SE |
| Civil Parish | BURY ST EDMUNDS, ST EDMUNDSBURY, SUFFOLK |
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Type and Period (2)
Full Description
The site of a Second World War prisoner of war camp at Hardwick Heath, known as Camp 260. This was a work camp for German prisoners, who worked as labourers in the local area. The camp accommodated prisoners in Nissen huts and was in use until at least 1948. After the prisoners had been repatriated the camp was used as emergency housing for local civilians. The camp has since been removed and the only remains of the camp are concrete footings (S1).
Sources/Archives (1)
- <S1> SSF53735 Index: English Heritage. Pastscape. http://www.pastscape.org.uk/hob.aspx?hob_id=1475311.
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Sep 24 2013 3:17PM