After doing some research about Bushy hill radar station, I came across this tread on here showing a nearby ROC post:
www.28dayslater.co.uk
I sent the photos to a mate and we quickly decided that we should go (the very next day I may add). We both hadn't known that there was an ROC there and after a time was established, we both set off.
As found:
Since 2012, (last report on this place I could find) the concrete cover has somehow vanished without a trace, but the lid still remained.
Inside:
Unfortunately, since 2012, it has since gone downhill with rubbish, small fires, vandalism and a smoke grenade taking it's toll.
The rubbish on the table was moved there by me to make the place a bit less forlorn. I also moved a door from the floor and up against the wall.
(someone was passionate about this place at some point at least)
Bilge pump (reported to still be functioning in 2012) now gone.
As we left it:
Surrounding areas:
Overall, it was an interesting place to have a look around, and I'd recommend it if you were in the area. Does anyone know where I should post about a type 80 radar station?
Report - - ROC - South Woodham Ferrers - OPEN - 07/12/11 | ROC Posts
South Woodham Ferrers ROC Post (OPEN) & BAe Systems "Radar Hill" 07/12/11 Easy parking at the north side of the hill (Workhouse Lane) 51°39'32.9"N 0°35'54.5"E Hatch was not locked but had bricks placed on top due to damage on the hinges and counterweight mechanism that caused the lid to...
www.28dayslater.co.uk
I sent the photos to a mate and we quickly decided that we should go (the very next day I may add). We both hadn't known that there was an ROC there and after a time was established, we both set off.
As found:
Since 2012, (last report on this place I could find) the concrete cover has somehow vanished without a trace, but the lid still remained.
Inside:
Unfortunately, since 2012, it has since gone downhill with rubbish, small fires, vandalism and a smoke grenade taking it's toll.
The rubbish on the table was moved there by me to make the place a bit less forlorn. I also moved a door from the floor and up against the wall.
(someone was passionate about this place at some point at least)
Bilge pump (reported to still be functioning in 2012) now gone.
As we left it:
Surrounding areas:
Overall, it was an interesting place to have a look around, and I'd recommend it if you were in the area. Does anyone know where I should post about a type 80 radar station?
