Archaeological sites · South West England
Arne Hill Heavy Anti-Aircraft Battery
In or near Arne.
Arne Hill Heavy Anti-Aircraft Battery — archaeological in england south east.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Holton Heath · 3.3 km
About
Arne Hill Heavy Anti-Aircraft Battery is a archaeological located in england south east. British historic ruins recorded in OpenStreetMap. Many such sites are scheduled monuments or listed structures.
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Poole Harbour SSSI
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Arne SSSI
- National Nature Reserve: PURBECK HEATHS
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Dorset
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Arne Hill Heavy Anti-Aircraft Battery is an archaeological site located in South-East England. This site represents a significant military installation from the Second World War, designed to protect against aerial attacks. Visitors can explore the remnants of the battery and gain insights into the historical context of wartime defence in the region. The site provides an opportunity to reflect on the military history and landscape changes during the 20th century.
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- Coordinates
- 50.6924, -2.0422
- District
- Dorset
- Parish
- Arne
- Postcode
- BH20 5BJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Mid Dorset and North Poole
- Nearest railway station
- Holton Heath — 3.3 km
Sources
- osm: w1263338278 (ODbL)
- wikidata: Q17675299 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Arne Hill Heavy Anti-Aircraft Battery?
- Arne Hill Heavy Anti-Aircraft Battery is in South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode BH20 5BJ), in the parish of Arne.
- What is Arne Hill Heavy Anti-Aircraft Battery?
- Arne Hill Heavy Anti-Aircraft Battery — archaeological in england south east.
- How do I get to Arne Hill Heavy Anti-Aircraft Battery?
- The nearest railway station is Holton Heath, about 3.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode BH20 5BJ.
- Is Arne Hill Heavy Anti-Aircraft Battery a protected site?
- Yes — Arne Hill Heavy Anti-Aircraft Battery is part of the Poole Harbour SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Arne SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Arne Hill Heavy Anti-Aircraft Battery?
- The nearest railway station is Holton Heath, about 3.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BH20 5BJ.