Monument record BRS 026 - World War II slit trench, probably excavated for practice purposes or as an air-raid shelter.
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Summary
A slit trench of Second World War date, probably excavated for practise purposes or as an air raid shelter, is visible as an earthwork on aerial photographs, Barsham parish.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TM 40974 89778 (31m by 9m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TM48NW |
| Civil Parish | BARSHAM, WAVENEY, SUFFOLK |
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Full Description
A slit trench of Second World War date, probably excavated for practise purposes or as an air raid shelter, is visible as an earthwork on aerial photographs, centred on circa TM 409897 in the grounds of Ashmans Hall, Barsham parish. It is up to 2.5 metres wide and approximately 45 metres long, accounting for its crenellated shape. It has been filled in and ploughed over by 1967. (S1, S2)
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Jun 17 2013 3:52PM