Building record MAB4057 - CULBIN SANDS
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Summary
Remains of enclosures of various size constructed from sand and the use of natural sand dunes and which are believed to relate to preparations for the D-Day landings.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NJ 0320 6366 (40m by 40m) Centred at - Polygon: Unknown Extent |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NJ06SW |
| Authority | Moray |
| Civil Parish | Dyke and Moy |
Type and Period (3)
Full Description
Remains of enclosures of various size constructed from sand and the use of natural sand dunes and which are believed to relate to preparations for the D-Day landings. Remains include possible embankments, foxholes and artillery positions.
FOX, S, 2012, DEFENDING BRITAIN'S BACK DOOR: AN ARCHAEOLOGICAL ANALYSIS OF MORAYSHIRE'S SECOND WORLD WAR DEFENCE LANDSCAPE (Bibliographic reference). SAB2549.
Other Statuses/References
- Authority: MOR;
- NMR Card Number: NJ06SW113;
- NRHE Numlink: 314415;
- Old Historic Environment Record Ref: NJ06SW0179;
External Links (1)
- https://www.trove.scot/place/314415 (trove.scot link)
Sources/Archives (1)
- --- SAB2549 Bibliographic reference: FOX, S. 2012. DEFENDING BRITAIN'S BACK DOOR: AN ARCHAEOLOGICAL ANALYSIS OF MORAYSHIRE'S SECOND WORLD WAR DEFENCE LANDSCAPE.
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Record last edited
Feb 3 2023 12:00PM
