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Royal Observer Corps underground monitoring post and World War II visual spotting post is a defensive installation located 200 metres north of Southfield House in Yorkshire. The site comprises both an underground concrete structure for monitoring purposes and associated surface features constructed during the Second World War. The post served as part of the Royal Observer Corps network, which was responsible for tracking enemy aircraft and providing vital intelligence to air defence operations throughout the war. The combination of underground and visual observation facilities reflects the dual methods employed by the Corps to maintain continuous surveillance during the conflict.
Royal Observer Corps underground monitoring post and World War II visual spotting post, 200m north of Southfield House is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1021192. View the official record →
Royal Observer Corps underground monitoring post and World War II visual spotting post is a defensive installation located 200 metres north of Southfield House in Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1021192.
Royal Observer Corps underground monitoring post and World War II visual spotting post, 200m north of Southfield House 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 1021192.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hallgarth medieval hall and moat (0.6 km), Skipsea Castle: 11th century motte and bailey castle and inland harbour (1.4 km), Village cross (4.2 km).
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