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 the remains of a defensive installation constructed during the Second World War. The site contains the physical remains of anti-aircraft gun emplacements and associated structures built to protect against aerial attack during the conflict period of 1939 to 1945. Such batteries formed part of the broader network of anti-aircraft defences established across southern England during the war, reflecting the strategic importance of the region in countering the German air threat. The monument represents a significant element of Essex's wartime heritage and contributes to the archaeological record of Britain's home defence operations.

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 the remains of a defensive installation constructed 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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