Archaeological sites · South Wales
Ack Ack Gun Position
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Ack Ack Gun Position — a archaeological in wales-south, United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Merthyr Vale · 0.7 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Ack Ack Gun Position is a archaeological located in wales-south, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
The Ack Ack Gun Position is an archaeological site located in South Wales. It features remnants of anti-aircraft gun emplacements from the Second World War, illustrating military strategies employed during that era. The site is of historical significance, reflecting the region's wartime activities.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 51.6910, -3.3291
- District
- Merthyr Tydfil
- Parish
- Merthyr Vale
- Postcode
- CF48 4SB
- Parliamentary constituency
- Merthyr Tydfil and Aberdare
- Nearest railway station
- Merthyr Vale — 0.7 km
Sources
- osm: node/1300346703 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Ack Ack Gun Position?
- Ack Ack Gun Position is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode CF48 4SB), in the parish of Merthyr Vale.
- What is Ack Ack Gun Position?
- Ack Ack Gun Position — a archaeological in wales-south, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Ack Ack Gun Position?
- The nearest railway station is Merthyr Vale, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode CF48 4SB.
- Is Ack Ack Gun Position free to visit?
- Yes, Ack Ack Gun Position is free to enter.
- How do I get to Ack Ack Gun Position?
- The nearest railway station is Merthyr Vale, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CF48 4SB.