Scheduled MonumentsScotlandRattray Line, pill box 80m E of Annachie Bridge
Pill box 80m e of annachie bridge

Rattray Line, pill box 80m E of Annachie Bridge

Scotland
HES SM11315
Site type
Pill box 80m e of annachie bridge
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Rattray Line, pill box 80m E of Annachie Bridge is a reinforced concrete defensive structure dating from the Second World War. The pillbox formed part of the Rattray Line, a system of anti-tank obstacles and fortifications constructed across Aberdeenshire during 1940–1941 as a precautionary measure against potential German invasion. The structure is positioned east of Annachie Bridge in the Rattray area and represents the type of small-scale field fortification characteristic of Britain's Home Defence preparations during the early stages of the war.

Rattray Line, pill box 80m E of Annachie Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM11315. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Rattray Line, pill box 80m E of Annachie Bridge?

Rattray Line, pill box 80m E of Annachie Bridge is a reinforced concrete defensive structure dating from the Second World War. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM11315.

Who is responsible for protecting Rattray Line, pill box 80m E of Annachie Bridge?

Rattray Line, pill box 80m E of Annachie Bridge is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic Environment Scotland — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Scotland. The official designation reference is SM11315.

What other scheduled monuments are near Rattray Line, pill box 80m E of Annachie Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Rattray Line, pill box 960m NNW of Annachie Bridge (1 km), Rattray Line, pill box 1550m SSE of Home Farm (1.6 km), Rattray Line, pill box 1150m SSE of Home Farm (2 km).

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