Monument record 15496 - Possible Searchlight Battery NE of Hugbridge Farm

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Summary

Three sub circular earthworks arranged in a cloverleaf pattern. These may be the emplacements for the searchlights of a Second World War searchlight battery.

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Full Description

<1> Various, Written Communication to the HER, 07/02/2022 (Written Communication). SCH3756.

Cluster of circular earthworks observed on LiDAR. Similar to other sites recorded as WW2 anti aircraft or search light outpost.

<2> Environment Agency, 2003-2020, Environment Agency LiDAR Surveys, Composite DTM 2m (Digital Archive). SCH7819.

Cluster of circular features shown. Lies above the plough marks.

<3> The GeoInformation Group, 2005, 1940s RAF Aerial Photographs from Operation Review (Aerial Photograph). SCH4608.

Circular earthworks arranged in a clover leaf pattern visible on these aerial photographs.

Sources/Archives (3)

  • <1> Written Communication: Various. Written Communication to the HER. 07/02/2022.
  • <2> Digital Archive: Environment Agency. 2003-2020. Environment Agency LiDAR Surveys. N/A. Composite DTM 2m.
  • <3>XY Aerial Photograph: The GeoInformation Group. 2005. 1940s RAF Aerial Photographs from Operation Review. N/A. Pre 1974 Cheshire. [Mapped features: #54314 ; #54323 ]

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Location

Grid reference Centred SJ 9335 6429 (46m by 46m) (2 map features)
Map sheet SJ96SW
Civil Parish BOSLEY, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST
Historic Township/Parish/County BOSLEY, PRESTBURY, CHESHIRE

Protected Status/Designation

  • None recorded

Record last edited

Mar 20 2024 4:21PM