Building record 6754/0/3 - WWII Public Air Raid Shelters on The Racecourse
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Summary
A series of trenches were excavated on the Racecourse in 1938 for public shelters. Later extended and stregthened.
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Full Description
{1} Trench-digging on the Racecourse on 1st October 1938. These were to enable members of the public caught in the open during an air raid to find shelter. They were later extended and strengthened to form substantial underground shelters.
<1> 1978, Northamptonshire At War 1939-45, A Selection Of Photographs, p.7-8 (unchecked) (Book). SNN100251.
<2> Cadman G., 2014, 20th Century Military Archaeology in Northamptonshire: Logs 1, 2 & 3, (checked) (Report). SNN104868.
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Location
| Grid reference | SP 760 617 (point) Unknown |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | NORTHAMPTON |
| Unitary Authority | West Northamptonshire |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Oct 8 2025 11:51AM
