Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWorld War II Heavy Anti-aircraft gunsite (P2) at Sinah Common, 570m south east of Sinah Farm

World War II Heavy Anti-aircraft gunsite (P2) at Sinah Common, 570m south east of Sinah Farm

England
List entry 1020961
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England
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Overview

History & significance

World War II Heavy Anti-aircraft gunsite (P2) at Sinah Common, located 570 metres south-east of Sinah Farm in Hampshire, is a scheduled ancient monument comprising defensive structures erected during the Second World War. The site represents part of the extensive anti-aircraft defences established across southern England during the 1940s to counter German aerial attack, particularly during and after the Blitz. The gunsite would have housed heavy anti-aircraft artillery and associated operational infrastructure typical of such installations. This designation reflects the archaeological and historical importance of World War II military heritage within the English landscape as a record of civilian and military defence during the conflict.

World War II Heavy Anti-aircraft gunsite (P2) at Sinah Common, 570m south east of Sinah Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020961. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is World War II Heavy Anti-aircraft gunsite (P2) at Sinah Common, 570m south east of Sinah Farm?

World War II Heavy Anti-aircraft gunsite (P2) at Sinah Common, located 570 metres south-east of Sinah Farm in Hampshire, is a scheduled ancient monument comprising defensive structures erected during the Second World War. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020961.

Who is responsible for protecting World War II Heavy Anti-aircraft gunsite (P2) at Sinah Common, 570m south east of Sinah Farm?

World War II Heavy Anti-aircraft gunsite (P2) at Sinah Common, 570m south east of Sinah 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 1020961.

What other scheduled monuments are near World War II Heavy Anti-aircraft gunsite (P2) at Sinah Common, 570m south east of Sinah Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Fort Cumberland (1.8 km), Eastney sewage pumping station (2.6 km), Tourner Bury, Hayling Island, South Hayling (3.3 km).

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