Monument record MYO5237 - Public Air Raid Shelter, junction of Dewsbury Terrace and Lower Priory Street

Summary

Public air raid shelter, 1939-1945. Probably set within the city wall ramparts with the capacity for 451 people.

Location

Grid reference SE 5992 5137 (point)
Map sheet SE55SE
Unitary Authority City of York, North Yorkshire

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Full Description

Public air raid shelter, 1939-1945 constructed at the junction of Dewsbury Terrace and Lower Priory Street. It had capacity for 451 people. Location is not precise and is based on a York Corporation Map

Information provided by Duncan Marks, York Civic Trust

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Protected Status/Designation

  • None recorded

Related Monuments/Buildings (1)

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Record last edited

Jan 25 2021 10:38AM

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