Building record MAB17286 - BANFF HARBOUR
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Summary
Pill-box, dating from World War II.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NJ 6892 6443 (40m by 40m) Centred at - Polygon: Known Site Extent |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NJ66SE |
| Authority | Aberdeenshire |
| Civil Parish | Banff |
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Pill-box, dating from World War II. A stone and concrete pillbox built into the wall facing up the south breakwater at Banff harbour. Two loop-holes, retaining the stepped metal inserts, and a blocked doorway are visible. RCAHMS visit 2008 noted that about 8 m to the north is a circular metal plate with a central hole and notch either side, its function is unknown.
GUY, JA, 1992, WORLD WAR I & II DEFENCES, 1-17-11-92 (Bibliographic reference). SAB662.
Nov 3 2009 , DSCN4410 - 4416, DSCN4410 - 4416 (Ground Photograph). SAB20016.
Nov 17 1992 , 1-17-11-92, 1-17-11-92 (Ground Photograph). SAB16255.
Other Statuses/References
- Authority: ASH;
- NMR Card Number: NJ66SE49;
- NRHE Numlink: 81530;
- Old Historic Environment Record Ref: NJ66SE0102;
External Links (1)
- https://www.trove.scot/place/81530 (trove.scot link)
Sources/Archives (3)
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Record last edited
Nov 2 2022 5:40PM
