Monument record 7050/1/13 - Site of former airfield buildings, Desborough Airfield
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Summary
Site of Stanton Shelter in the former airfield. It is depicted on the 1970 Ordnance Survey map, but its current condition is unknown. A further Stanton Shelter and latrine block have also been reported. The buildings are depicted on the RAF airfield plan.
Map
Type and Period (2)
Full Description
{3} Remains found in the spinney include a possible toilet block. There may also be a Stanton Shelter, but it's overgrown. There is a further shelter at the eastern end of the spinney.
<1> 1970, OS 25 Inch Mapping Series (Map). SNN17452.
<2> Pillbox Study Group, Unknown, Pillbox Study Group, e39663 (Website). SNN111964.
<3> Northamptonshire HER, Unknown, Oral information, correspondence (not archived) or staff comments, Mr Knox-Holmes (Oral Report). SNN115011.
<4> Air Ministry, 1939-45, Desborough Record Site Plan. Dispersed Sites (Plan). SNN117020.
Sources/Archives (4)
- <1> SNN17452 Map: 1970. OS 25 Inch Mapping Series. REVISED ED.
- <2>XY SNN111964 Website: Pillbox Study Group. Unknown. Pillbox Study Group. http://www.pillbox-study-group.org.uk/. e39663. [Mapped feature: #82775 ]
- <3> SNN115011 Oral Report: Northamptonshire HER. Unknown. Oral information, correspondence (not archived) or staff comments. Mr Knox-Holmes.
- <4> SNN117020 Plan: Air Ministry. 1939-45. Desborough Record Site Plan. Dispersed Sites. Plan No. 5935/45.
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Location
| Grid reference | SP 8213 8608 (point) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | WILBARSTON |
| Unitary Authority | North Northamptonshire |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Jul 24 2026 3:13PM
