The North Downs had a considerable line of defences during the Second World War to protect London. A large number remain, almost blending into the landscape and overgrown with ivy.

This pillbox lies on the edge of the Wey Navigation, a strategic point to protect the canal. At one point, there were 28,000 pillboxes across the country and when you find one, it's an important reminder of times past.

Bennie

January 3, 2022

Part of the defensive line of pillboxes established to protect the capital during World War Two.

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Location: Shalford, Guildford, Surrey, South East England, England, United Kingdom

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