Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMoD CORSHAM: Personnel Lift (PL) 2

MoD CORSHAM: Personnel Lift (PL) 2

England
List entry 1409130
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England
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Overview

History & significance

MoD CORSHAM: Personnel Lift (PL) 2 is a Cold War–era military installation situated within the Ministry of Defence estate at Corsham in Wiltshire. The structure dates from the mid-twentieth century and forms part of the broader underground complex developed to house sensitive defence operations during the period of heightened geopolitical tension. The personnel lift served a functional role within the subterranean facility, providing access between different operational levels of the installation. As a component of the post-1945 defence infrastructure, it represents the technological and strategic considerations that shaped British military preparedness during the nuclear age.

MoD CORSHAM: Personnel Lift (PL) 2 is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1409130. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is MoD CORSHAM: Personnel Lift (PL) 2?

MoD CORSHAM: Personnel Lift (PL) 2 is a Cold War–era military installation situated within the Ministry of Defence estate at Corsham in Wiltshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1409130.

Who is responsible for protecting MoD CORSHAM: Personnel Lift (PL) 2?

MoD CORSHAM: Personnel Lift (PL) 2 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 1409130.

What other scheduled monuments are near MoD CORSHAM: Personnel Lift (PL) 2?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including MoD CORSHAM: Prime Minister's Rooms and Operations Rooms (0.1 km), MoD CORSHAM: Quarry Working Areas in West Lung, Spring Quarry (1 km), Three bowl barrows 160m south west of Hatt House (2.6 km).

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