Monument record MLI43259 - Pillbox, Merrikin's Pullover
Summary
A pillbox of the Second World War Coastal Crust, at Merrikin's Pullover.
Type and Period (1)
- PILLBOX (Second World War to 21st Century - 1940 AD to 2050 AD)
Protected Status/Designation
Full Description
Three-bay concrete anti-aircraft pillbox facing north-east. It stands in front of a non-standard camouflaged pillbox, with rusticated finish, that dates to the First World War (see MLI99403). Two roofed parts joined by a central open area for the light anti-aircraft gun mounting and the doorway. The roofed parts contain embrasures. {1}{2}{3}
The structure is a variant of the standard type 23 design, and is made of reinforced concrete, poured in situ with timber shuttering. The end chambers were bricked up at some time in the late 20th century. 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. {4}
Sources/Archives (4)
- <1> SLI4545 Unpublished Document: Dr Mike Osborne. 1999. Defence of Britain Gazetteer. p.1.
- <2> SLI14623 Digital Archive: Council for British Archaeology. 2006. Defence of Britain Archive. 5126.
- <3> SLI12104 Photograph: Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust. 2008. Second World War Coastal Defence Site Photographs. No.1.
- <4> SLI13386 Website: Historic England (formerly English Heritage). 2011->. The National Heritage List for England. http://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/. 1443966.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TF 44530 95828 (5m by 6m) Surveyed |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | SKIDBROOKE WITH SALTFLEET HAVEN, EAST LINDSEY, LINCOLNSHIRE |
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Record last edited
Jun 8 2021 10:01AM
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