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Monument record TQ 76 NE 307 - Pillbox near North West Gillingham Gate, Chatham Commercial Dockyard
Summary
A World War I period one-man pillbox was formerly located near the North West Gillingham Gate at Chatham Commercial Dockyard. Built to defend rail access throught the gate. It is thought to have been demolished in 1996.
Location
| Grid reference | TQ 7732 6953 (point) Estimated from sources |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TQ76NE |
| County | KENT |
| Civil Parish | GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, KENT |
| Unitary Authority | MEDWAY |
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
<1> Smith, V., 1997, Chatham Commercial Dockyard Defences: Pillbox & Entrance Block (Unpublished document). SWX6992.
<2> 1994, Photograph (Photograph (Print)). SWX11122.
Sources/Archives (2)
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
- Non-Intrusive Event: Survey of Pillbox and Entrance Block at Chatham Commerical Dockyard (EKE8353)
Record last edited
Dec 3 2015 4:04PM