I have been a little quiet as I am currently in the middle of a house move but I have still managed to get out and about...
Daddyhole Plain
Unfortunately the old watchtower which the plain was known for was removed in 2009/2010 and a brand new tower has been put up in its place
But that doesn't mean there isn't still history here....
I have struggled to find much info about this structure, it is listed as someones sun-room which is what the upper level is now but when you walk through it (public access underneath) then you can see the tell-tale signs which makes me think it is of the right era to have been used as part of WW2 defenses. It's location is also spot on as you can see Brixham and Paignton from here so it's a good place to keep watch if nothing else.
Peak Tor Cove
Walking further along the coastal path you have the Mine Watchers Pillbox (well... all the documents found class it as a pillbox).
It has been only in recent years sealed up apart from a few small access holes as it is now used for a roosting spot for bats.
A couple of kids were there when I visited with my boyfriend but they were actually nice lads and not causing any damage. In fact they were fascinated to her my boyfriend explain what the building was
There were a few block up entrances around this area and even found this...
This is the work of the artist Neverwork (as per the tag) He is known for his Banksy style artwork amoung other things and is easily traceable on the net... actually, some of his work is very good and fetches a high price too
I have got another Torquay offering under my hat but haven't completed my efforts there yet so that will come later
Daddyhole Plain
Unfortunately the old watchtower which the plain was known for was removed in 2009/2010 and a brand new tower has been put up in its place
But that doesn't mean there isn't still history here....
I have struggled to find much info about this structure, it is listed as someones sun-room which is what the upper level is now but when you walk through it (public access underneath) then you can see the tell-tale signs which makes me think it is of the right era to have been used as part of WW2 defenses. It's location is also spot on as you can see Brixham and Paignton from here so it's a good place to keep watch if nothing else.
Peak Tor Cove
Walking further along the coastal path you have the Mine Watchers Pillbox (well... all the documents found class it as a pillbox).
It has been only in recent years sealed up apart from a few small access holes as it is now used for a roosting spot for bats.
A couple of kids were there when I visited with my boyfriend but they were actually nice lads and not causing any damage. In fact they were fascinated to her my boyfriend explain what the building was
There were a few block up entrances around this area and even found this...
This is the work of the artist Neverwork (as per the tag) He is known for his Banksy style artwork amoung other things and is easily traceable on the net... actually, some of his work is very good and fetches a high price too
I have got another Torquay offering under my hat but haven't completed my efforts there yet so that will come later