Scheduled MonumentsWalesLimpert Bay Anti-invasion Defences
Post Medieval/Modern · Anti Invasion Defence Site

Limpert Bay Anti-invasion Defences

Wales
Cadw SAM GM601
Period
Post Medieval/Modern
Site type
Anti Invasion Defence Site
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Limpert Bay Anti-invasion Defences is a Second World War defensive installation located in Wales, part of the wider network of coastal fortifications constructed during the threat of German invasion. The site comprises elements typical of 1940s anti-invasion engineering, including fieldworks and structures designed to obstruct potential amphibious assault. These defences reflect the strategic importance of the Welsh coastline during the early years of the Second World War, when Britain faced the realistic prospect of invasion following the fall of France. The remains at Limpert Bay survive as evidence of the extensive military preparations undertaken along vulnerable stretches of the British coast during this critical period.

Limpert Bay Anti-invasion Defences is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference GM601. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Limpert Bay Anti-invasion Defences?

Limpert Bay Anti-invasion Defences is a Second World War defensive installation located in Wales, part of the wider network of coastal fortifications constructed during the threat of German invasion. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference GM601.

What period does Limpert Bay Anti-invasion Defences date from?

Limpert Bay Anti-invasion Defences dates from the post medieval/modern period, and is classified as a anti invasion defence site. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Limpert Bay Anti-invasion Defences?

Limpert Bay Anti-invasion Defences is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Cadw — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Wales. The official designation reference is GM601.

What other scheduled monuments are near Limpert Bay Anti-invasion Defences?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including West Aberthaw Medieval Site (0.8 km), East Orchard Wood Pillbox (1.7 km), Deserted Medieval Village North East of Rock Farm (1.9 km).

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