Building record MLI127495 - Nissen Huts and Searchlight Position, Carisbrooke Farm, Willingham

Summary

Two Second World War Nissen huts, located to the west of Carisbrooke Farm, Willingham. The huts were used by soldiers manning an adjacent searchlight position.

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  • None recorded

Full Description

Two Nissen huts are located in this field south of Fillingham Lane, to the west of Carisbrooke Farm. Both huts are made of corrugated metal sheeting, with each measuring roughly 11m long. The westernmost hut has two windows to its northern side, thought to be original. The huts date from the Second World War, and were originally used by soldiers manning a searchlight position in the adjacent field, with a nearby base marking one of the former searchlight positions. One of the huts served as a kitchen and pantry, whilst the other served as sleeping quarters. The huts appear to be in relatively sound condition and are now in use for farm storage. {1}{2}

Sources/Archives (2)

  •  Website: Google. 2001->. Google Earth, Maps and Street View. Accessed 03/03/2025.
  •  Electronic Communication: Rachael Bowles. 2026. Information from Rachael Bowles. 04/09/2026.

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Location

Grid reference Centred SK 8854 8465 (25m by 30m) (3 map features)
Civil Parish WILLINGHAM, WEST LINDSEY, LINCOLNSHIRE

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Record last edited

Sep 7 2026 10:49AM

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