Monument record COV 105 - World War II strongpoint, comprising a pillbox and trench systems within barbed wire.
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Summary
A World War II strongpoint, comprising a pillbox and trench systems within barbed wire, located east of Easton Wood but eroded away.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TM 52242 80197 (122m by 151m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TM58SW |
| Civil Parish | COVEHITHE, WAVENEY, SUFFOLK |
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Full Description
A World War II strongpoint is visible in 1941 to the east of Easton Wood (at TM 522801). The site consists of a trench system connecting to a pillbox overlooking the beach, all within a barbed wire circuit (possibly doubled on the west side) with an entrance to the northwest, possibly with a guard post (S1). By the end of 1941, an irregular ditch has been dug across the site, leading to the cliff edge (S2). The site has since been eroded away.
Initially numbered as COV 029 during pilot survey of intertial area. Re-numbered Nov 2004
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Nov 10 2004 1:24AM