Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBofors Gun Emplacement at the former Bordon Camp

Bofors Gun Emplacement at the former Bordon Camp

England
List entry 1468234
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Bofors Gun Emplacement at the former Bordon Camp is a Second World War defensive installation located in Hampshire. The emplacement was constructed to mount a Bofors 40mm anti-aircraft gun, a Swedish-designed weapon widely adopted by British forces for air defence during the 1939-1945 conflict. The site preserves evidence of the military infrastructure developed at Bordon Camp, which served as an important training and operational base during wartime. The surviving structure represents the type of temporary but substantial fortification built across Britain to counter the threat of aerial attack.

Bofors Gun Emplacement at the former Bordon Camp is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1468234. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bofors Gun Emplacement at the former Bordon Camp?

Bofors Gun Emplacement at the former Bordon Camp is a Second World War defensive installation located in Hampshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1468234.

Who is responsible for protecting Bofors Gun Emplacement at the former Bordon Camp?

Bofors Gun Emplacement at the former Bordon Camp 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 1468234.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bofors Gun Emplacement at the former Bordon Camp?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 820m ESE of Woolmer Pond Cottage (3.3 km), Three bowl barrows, 980m east of Woolmer Pond Cottage (3.3 km), Round barrow cemetery on Woolmer Down, 540m south of Woolmer Pond Cottage (3.5 km).

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