Western entrance to HMS Forward, World War Two Naval HQ, South Heighton
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Western entrance to HMS Forward, World War Two Naval HQ, South Heighton
Image: © Simon Carey Taken: 17 Feb 2006
During the Second World War what was then private land was requisitioned by the government to provide a secret underground Naval communications HQ. Built underneath South Heighton it fell into disuse after the war.Pictures from inside can be seen at this http://www.subbrit.org.uk/sb-sites/sites/f/hms_forward/index.shtml Now recognised by English Heritage as a site of national importance it is hoped to restore the tunnels to a condition allowing public access. More information can be found at this http://www.secret-tunnels.co.uk/ The entrance is on New Road, the A26, whilst the houses above belong to Heighton Crescent.
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Image Location
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