World War II air traffic control building 400 metres north west of Seckington Cross, on the former airfield of RAF Winkleigh, Winkleigh - Torridge

The monument is a World War II brick and concrete control tower. Although structurally sound, the tower has suffered from vandalism and lack of maintenance and has failing concrete as a result of oxidising steel reinforcement.

Site Details

    Designated Site Name:
    World War II air traffic control building 400m north west of Seckington Cross, on the former airfield of RAF Winkleigh
    Heritage Category:
    Scheduled Monument
    List Entry Number:
    1020765
    Local Planning Authority:
    Torridge
    Site Type:
    Transport > Air transport site

Location

    Building Name:
    World War II air traffic control building 400 metres north west of Seckington Cross
    County:
    Devon
    District / Borough:
    Torridge
    Parish:
    Winkleigh
    Parliamentary Constituency:
    Torridge and West Devon
    Region:
    South West

Assessment Information

    Assessment Type:
    Building or structure
    Condition:
    Poor
    Occupancy / Use:
    Vacant/not in use
    Priority:
    A - Immediate risk of further rapid deterioration or loss of fabric; no solution agreed
    Previous Priority:
    A
    Ownership:
    Commercial company

Contact Details

Charlotte Russell 07889 808138