Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWorld War II Heavy Anti-aircraft gunsite (TS15), 250m east of Cobhambury Farm

World War II Heavy Anti-aircraft gunsite (TS15), 250m east of Cobhambury Farm

England
List entry 1020307
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England
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Overview

History & significance

World War II Heavy Anti-aircraft gunsite (TS15) is a scheduled ancient monument located 250 metres east of Cobhambury Farm in Kent. The site dates from the Second World War period and represents the fixed defensive infrastructure established across southern England during the conflict, particularly to counter the threat of German air raids. The gunsite would have housed heavy anti-aircraft artillery and associated operational structures typical of such installations, which formed part of the integrated air defence network protecting the region. Such sites constitute significant archaeological records of Britain's wartime mobilisation and the civil defence preparations undertaken during 1940 to 1945.

World War II Heavy Anti-aircraft gunsite (TS15), 250m east of Cobhambury Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020307. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is World War II Heavy Anti-aircraft gunsite (TS15), 250m east of Cobhambury Farm?

World War II Heavy Anti-aircraft gunsite (TS15) is a scheduled ancient monument located 250 metres east of Cobhambury Farm in Kent. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020307.

Who is responsible for protecting World War II Heavy Anti-aircraft gunsite (TS15), 250m east of Cobhambury Farm?

World War II Heavy Anti-aircraft gunsite (TS15), 250m east of Cobhambury 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 1020307.

What other scheduled monuments are near World War II Heavy Anti-aircraft gunsite (TS15), 250m east of Cobhambury Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Palaeolithic site (3.8 km), Bishop's palace at Halling (5.2 km), Bell barrow in Shoulder of Mutton Wood (5.9 km).

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