Monument record 8573/1/1 - WWII Rifle Range, Whiston Pits
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Summary
Whiston rifle range was situated in a narrow defile and was used by D Company of 11th Battalion, (Hardingstone) Northamptonshire Home Guard.
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Full Description
{1} Whiston Rifle Range was used by D Company of 11th Battalion, (Hardingstone) Northamptonshire Home Guard. Situated in a narrow defile, the target was an old car which remained on site until it rotted away in recent years. It is in good condition.
<1> HOLLOWELL S., 1998, DEFENCE OF BRITAIN RECORDING FORMS, (unchecked) (Notes). SNN51544.
<2> Historic England, Undated, Defence of Britain, DEB01 (Archive). SNN112947.
<3> Migrated Defence of Britain Project database record originally compiled from various sources (Database). SNN112922.
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SNN51544 Notes: HOLLOWELL S.. 1998. DEFENCE OF BRITAIN RECORDING FORMS. (unchecked).
- <2> SNN112947 Archive: Historic England. Undated. Defence of Britain. Historic England Archive. DEB01.
- <3> SNN112922 Database: Migrated Defence of Britain Project database record originally compiled from various sources.
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Location
| Grid reference | SP 8407 6018 (point) Central |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | COGENHOE AND WHISTON, West Northamptonshire (formerly South Northants District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- NRHE HOB UID: 1412414
Record last edited
Apr 8 2024 3:30PM
