Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSecond World War anti-aircraft battery at Bowaters Farm

Second World War anti-aircraft battery at Bowaters Farm

England
List entry 1012185
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Second World War anti-aircraft battery at Bowaters Farm is a scheduled ancient monument in Essex comprising defensive structures erected during the Second World War. The battery represents part of the extensive network of anti-aircraft installations constructed across southern England to counter the aerial threat posed by the Luftwaffe, particularly during and after the Battle of Britain. The site retains physical evidence of its military engineering, including gun emplacements and associated structures typical of such installations from the 1940s period. As a scheduled monument, it is recognised for its archaeological and historical value in documenting Britain's home defence during the Second World War.

Second World War anti-aircraft battery at Bowaters Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012185. View the official record →

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What is Second World War anti-aircraft battery at Bowaters Farm?

Second World War anti-aircraft battery at Bowaters Farm is a scheduled ancient monument in Essex comprising defensive structures erected during the Second World War. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012185.

Who is responsible for protecting Second World War anti-aircraft battery at Bowaters Farm?

Second World War anti-aircraft battery at Bowaters Farm 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 1012185.

What other scheduled monuments are near Second World War anti-aircraft battery at Bowaters Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Roman enclosure SE of Vagniacae (7.6 km), Romano-British villa and 19th century reservoir in Cobham Park (7.8 km), Bowl barrow in Ashenbank Wood south of Cobham Park reservoir (7.8 km).

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