Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHollingbourne Second World War Zero Station

Hollingbourne Second World War Zero Station

England
List entry 1479310
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Hollingbourne Second World War Zero Station is a scheduled ancient monument situated in Kent that dates to the Second World War period. The site comprises the remains of an observation post or radar installation constructed as part of Britain's air defence infrastructure during the conflict. Such stations played a crucial role in the detection and tracking of enemy aircraft, contributing to the wider network of defences that protected the south-east of England during the war. The surviving physical remains reflect the engineering and strategic priorities of wartime defensive architecture.

Hollingbourne Second World War Zero Station is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1479310. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hollingbourne Second World War Zero Station?

Hollingbourne Second World War Zero Station is a scheduled ancient monument situated in Kent that dates to the Second World War period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1479310.

Who is responsible for protecting Hollingbourne Second World War Zero Station?

Hollingbourne Second World War Zero 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 1479310.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hollingbourne Second World War Zero Station?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval moated site, Ripple Manor (4.7 km), Lock-up, Lenham (4.7 km), Leeds Priory: Augustinian Priory of St Mary and St Nicholas with associated dovecotes and slype, and the site of the 18th century Meredith mansion (4.8 km).

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