WW2 Pillbox

Pillboxes were erected across the country to hamper enemy action in case of invasion.  This one is on the moors about one mile South of the B6214/Free Lane junction.  It’s location is well suited to protect the road but it also has extensive views across the valley.

Pillbox Helmshore

It appears to be made of  concrete in a hexagonal design and could have been used as a machine gun post.  Almost certainly it is a Type 22 or FW3/22 which is the most common design.