Scheduled MonumentsEnglandAnti-aircraft site at Searson's Farm, Trimley St Mary

Anti-aircraft site at Searson's Farm, Trimley St Mary

England
List entry 1420538
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Anti-aircraft site at Searson's Farm, Trimley St Mary is a Second World War defensive installation located in Suffolk. The site comprises earthwork remains and structural features associated with anti-aircraft gun emplacements, reflecting the strategic importance of this area during the air defence operations of 1939-1945. Such installations were typically positioned to protect vital infrastructure and population centres from enemy air attack. The surviving archaeological remains at Searson's Farm contribute to the understanding of Britain's home defence preparations during the Second World War.

Anti-aircraft site at Searson's Farm, Trimley St Mary is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1420538. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Anti-aircraft site at Searson's Farm, Trimley St Mary?

Anti-aircraft site at Searson's Farm, Trimley St Mary is a Second World War defensive installation located in Suffolk. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1420538.

Who is responsible for protecting Anti-aircraft site at Searson's Farm, Trimley St Mary?

Anti-aircraft site at Searson's Farm, Trimley St Mary is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1420538.

What other scheduled monuments are near Anti-aircraft site at Searson's Farm, Trimley St Mary?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Martello tower (M) (3.2 km), Shotley Battery and subterranean air raid shelters (3.4 km), Martello Tower P and Wireless Green (3.5 km).

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