Building record MLI125533 - Northern Former Atomic Bomb Store, RAF Faldingworth
Summary
The northernmost of three former atomic bomb stores at RAF Faldingworth.
Type and Period (1)
- BOMB STORE (Mid 20th Century to 21st Century - 1953 AD to 2050 AD)
Protected Status/Designation
Full Description
Northernmost of three former type DD atomic bomb stores at RAF Faldingworth. It was built in the early 1950s, and was in use until 1972, when the RAF base closed. The bomb store is a long, rectangular structure with a flat roof, which is surrounded by earthen bunding faced with a concrete retaining wall. The building is constructed out of a reinforced concrete frame with breeze block panel infill, and the doors are strengthened sheet metal. For the full description and the legal address of this listed building please refer to the appropriate List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest. {1}
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SLI13386 Website: Historic England (formerly English Heritage). 2011->. The National Heritage List for England. http://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/. 1462624.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred TF 02717 85047 (48m by 79m) Surveyed |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | SPRIDLINGTON, WEST LINDSEY, LINCOLNSHIRE |
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Record last edited
Mar 21 2021 8:35PM
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