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A small round type of pillbox constructed in two pieces (walls and part of roof, and 'cap') from cast concrete. [measurements on accompanying plan]. Very unusual type - exceptional candidate for preservation.
(Source: Field Visit 2001/04)
Official Name | RAF Harwell |
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Type of site | PILLBOX (VARIANT) |
Location | In the grounds of Chilton Primary School. |
Area |
Chilton, Oxfordshire, England |
Grid reference |
SU 484 859
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Period | WW2 |
Condition | Good |
Materials | Concrete |
Threats |
Type: Development (Medium Term) Detail: The pillbox is threatened by development to the school grounds. However, the head teacher is understood to have asked for it to be 'spared'. |
Recorder | Samler, Alec C. |
Defence grouping |
RAF Harwell defences. - Ground defences of RAF Harwell. |
Attached Sheets | (2) - plan and elevation. |
Photographs |
![]() (16) - exterior, interior, site, and close-up views (1 DIGITISED). |
DOB site reference: | S0013781 |
Event |
Construction, In the period 1940 1941 Field Visit, During 2001/04 |