Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHare Warren Control Station

Hare Warren Control Station

England
List entry 1417594
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Hare Warren Control Station is a Second World War military installation located in Wiltshire. The site served as a control station for anti-aircraft defences during the period of intensive German air operations over southern England. The structure reflects the defensive infrastructure developed by British forces in response to the aerial threat posed during 1940 to 1945. As a surviving example of wartime command and control architecture, the site contributes to the material record of Britain's home defence during the Second World War.

Hare Warren Control Station is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1417594. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hare Warren Control Station?

Hare Warren Control Station is a Second World War military installation located in Wiltshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1417594.

Who is responsible for protecting Hare Warren Control Station?

Hare Warren Control Station 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 1417594.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hare Warren Control Station?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Knap barrow: a long barrow 900m west of Down Farm (8.9 km), Grans barrow: a long barrow 880m west of Down Farm (9 km), Bronze Age and Romano-British enclosure on Martin Down, east of Bokerley Junction (9.8 km).

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