First World War pillbox (BA19), south east of Auburn Farm

First World War pillbox, probably built 1917.

MATERIALS: in-situ poured reinforced concrete.

PLAN: rectangular plan.

EXTERIOR: semi-sunken pillbox flanking the exit off Auburn Beach from the S. The structure is entered by opposed doorways in the W and E walls, suggesting that it was probably situated within a trench system and could be accessed from either end. The jambs of the doorways are notched to receive timber door frames. The N and S walls both have three externally splayed rifle embrasures, while the W and E end walls have two each. The flat concrete roof slab is pierced by cut sections of ceramic pipe, forming three circular vents.

INTERIOR: the doors to the interior are partially blocked and the floor is buried in accumulated debris. The walls have smooth concrete surfaces, with horizontal plank shuttering witness marks, and no internal features or fittings.