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Monument record TR 04 SW 118 - Pillbox at Westhawk Farm, Kingsnorth, Ashford
Summary
A world war II, type 24 pillbox is located in an area in the north west reaches of Westhawk Farm. The structure is in good condition and is made of concrete. It has a maximum diameter of about 5m and five of its facings are pierced by a single rectangular embrasure on either side.
Location
| Grid reference | TR 00095 40215 (point) Approximate |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TR04SW |
| District | ASHFORD, KENT |
| Civil Parish | KINGSNORTH, ASHFORD, KENT |
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Full Description
WW2 Type 24 pillbox. The pillbox is situated at the north western edge of Westhawk Farm Romano-British Settlement (TR 04 Sw 117) adjacent to farm access track. The pillbox is a low concrete structure with a maximum diameter of about 5m. Five of its facings are pierced by a single rectangular embrasure on either side. When seen was in good condition with gun mountings in the firing positions. (1)
<1> Department for Culture, Media and Sport, 2001, Romano-British Site and Pillbox, Westhawk Farm, Ashford, RSM 31481 (Scheduling record). SKE7931.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SKE7931 Scheduling record: Department for Culture, Media and Sport. 2001. Romano-British Site and Pillbox, Westhawk Farm, Ashford. RSM 31481.
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Record last edited
Jan 14 2002 12:00AM