Information for record number MWA8011:
Pillbox at Barford Bridge

Summary The site of a pillbox which was used as part of the defence network during the Second World War. The pillbox is now demolished though the site is marked by a lot of broken concrete. It stood next to Barford Bridge.
What Is It?  
Type: Pillbox
Period: Unknown
Where Is It?  
Parish: Sherbourne
District: Warwick, Warwickshire
Grid Reference: SP 26 61
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Level of Protection National - Old SMR PrefRef (Grade: )
Sites & Monuments Record
Description

  
Source Number  

1 Reported site of pillbox on the north west approach to Barford Bridge alongside embankment between arched Bridge and flood relief channel. Now demolished. Much broken concrete can be seen.
 
Sources
Source No: 1
Source Type: Unpublished document
Title: Notes
Author/originator: Brace, J
Date: 1997
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Glossary

 
Word or Phrase
Description  
monument SITE * Unclassifiable site with minimal information. Specify site type wherever possible. back
monument EMBANKMENT * A long ridge of earth, rocks or gravel primarily constructed to carry a roadway. back
monument DEFENCE * This is the top term for the class. See DEFENCE Class List for narrow terms. back
monument BRIDGE * A structure of wood, stone, iron, brick or concrete, etc, with one or more intervals under it to span a river or other space. Use specific type where known. back
monument PILLBOX * An often squat building with thick, loopholed walls and a flat roof, designed to accommodate a variety of weapons, usually strategically positioned to cover a vulnerable point in a defensive system. Many were built to standardized designs. back

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