Building record 8678/1/10 - 'Oakington'-type pillbox, RAF Wittering
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Summary
Pillbox situated on the county border at the western edge of Wittering Airfield
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Full Description
{1} A typical Oakington pillbox with brick built cruciform AR wall. The dome is concrete and in a decaying state. The brick shuttered circular wall is topped with a heavy concrete cap and is sunken into the ground level with the top of the cap. The continuous stainless steel weapons ring is intact though showing signs of degradation. The entrance is protected by a brick 'L' shaped wall. Overall condition fair.
<1> Pillbox Study Group, Unknown, Pillbox Study Group, e34267 (Website). SNN111964.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1>XY SNN111964 Website: Pillbox Study Group. Unknown. Pillbox Study Group. http://www.pillbox-study-group.org.uk/. e34267. [Mapped feature: #82674 ]
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred TF 0085 0229 (5m by 5m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | COLLYWESTON, North Northamptonshire (formerly East Northants District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Feb 20 2025 4:01PM
