NHER 60601 (Monument record) - World War Two Spigot Mortar Emplacement
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Summary
A World War Two spigot mortar emplacement presumably protecting the road bridge over the River Babingley in Castle Rising Parish. The concrete base and central pintle survive.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Location
| Map sheet | TF62NE |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | CASTLE RISING, WEST NORFOLK, NORFOLK |
Map
Full Description
December 2014.
A World War Two spigot mortar emplacement presumably protecting the road bridge over the River Babingley in Castle Rising Parish. The concrete pedestal and central pintle survive. Discovered during survey for potential river restoration. Map location is approximate, based on grid reference and information supplied by Norfolk Rivers Trust.
K. Powell (HES), 23 February 2015.
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Record last edited
Feb 21 2017 12:57PM