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Monument record TQ 54 NW 178 - PILLBOX (TYPE FW3/24)
Summary
Second World War reinforced concrete hexagonal-type pillbox with 7 embrasures [probably type 24]. Close to river bank (River Eden), between Somerden Green and Vexour Bridge Very overgrown on roof.
Location
| Grid reference | TQ 5109 4559 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TQ54NW |
| County | KENT |
| Civil Parish | CHIDDINGSTONE, SEVENOAKS, KENT |
| District | SEVENOAKS, KENT |
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Hexagonal-type pillbox with 7 embrasures [probably type 24]. Pillbox is being used as a field store and has a locked metal door fitted. Very overgrown on roof. Close to river bank (River Eden), between Somerden Green and Vexour Bridge. (1) Pillbox is being used as a field store and has a locked metal door fitted. Very overgrown on roof.
<1> Council for British Archaeology, 2002, Defence of Britain Project (Digital archive). SKE32029.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SKE32029 Digital archive: Council for British Archaeology. 2002. Defence of Britain Project.
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
- Non-Intrusive Event: Defence of Britain (EKE8520)
Record last edited
Feb 17 2026 11:40AM