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The Great Britain Guide

Archaeological sites · West Midlands

Gun Emplacement

In or near Birmingham.

Free admission

Gun Emplacement — a archaeological in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.

Concrete track at "The Guns" near Handsworth Wood - geograph.org.uk - 3000492

Ruth Riddle — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
45 min–1.5 h
Nearest railway station
The Hawthorns · 1.8 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Gun Emplacement is a archaeological located in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

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Place summary

Gun Emplacement is an archaeological site located in the West Midlands. It features remnants of military fortifications, reflecting historical military strategies and practices. This site is of particular interest for its insights into the region's defensive architecture.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
52.5194, -1.9517
District
Birmingham
Parish
Birmingham, unparished area
Postcode
B21 8HP
Parliamentary constituency
Birmingham Perry Barr
Nearest railway station
The Hawthorns1.8 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Gun Emplacement?
Gun Emplacement is in the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode B21 8HP), in the parish of Birmingham, unparished area.
What is Gun Emplacement?
Gun Emplacement — a archaeological in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Gun Emplacement?
The nearest railway station is The Hawthorns, about 1.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode B21 8HP.
Is Gun Emplacement free to visit?
Yes, Gun Emplacement is free to enter.
How do I get to Gun Emplacement?
The nearest railway station is The Hawthorns, about 1.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode B21 8HP.