A type 22 pillbox of unusual construction. Built by the Royal Marines whilst they were guarding Hatston airfield, the pillbox has been constructed using bags of cement, immersed in water and allowed to dry in that form. Exterior views taken September 2007 – Interior views taken September 2018.
Type 22 pillbox. Location identified from the book “If Hitler Comes” Interesting construction with block built corners and shuttered panels between.
This shelter is situated on the site of the former HMS Tern. Although similar in construction to the Stanton Shelter the internal […]
A pair of air raid shelters on the small island of Glimps Holm, between Churchill barriers 2 and 3. There are the […]
This massive WWI building provided a welcome rest and recreation centre for the many troops stationed on Flotta and for the Navy, […]
