Monument record LCS 089 - World War II bomb craters.
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Summary
Numerous bomb craters of World War II date close to Minsmere nature reserve
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TM 47570 66683 (309m by 397m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TM46NE |
| Civil Parish | LEISTON, SUFFOLK COASTAL, SUFFOLK |
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
A number of bomb craters of World War II date are visible on open ground close to the beach, near Minsmere natrue reserve, on 1945 aerial photographs (S1). These craters may have been caused by practice firing in this area during the war period, or by enemy fire. The fact that many of the craters are in straight lines suggests that they may have been created by an aeroplane dropping bombs, perhaps a bomber releasing surplus bombs at the end of a bombing raid. Much of the area is now underwater, as part of the nature reserve.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <S2> SSF50005 Photograph: RAF. Air Photograph. 106G/UK929 Frms3160-3161 16-Oct-1945.
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (3)
- Event - Interpretation: 'Sensitivity to Access' assessment for Natural England Coastal Access project, February 2016. (ESF23524)
- Event - Survey: Archaeological Survey - World War II Uncovered Sample survey of WWII heritage at risk along the Suffolk Coast (ESF30850)
- Event - Interpretation: Suffolk Coast and Intertidal Zone NMP Project (EXS18033)
Record last edited
Jan 19 2026 1:10PM