The Forgotten Frontline - Explore the Conflict Archaeology of Whitstable and Faversham - Valuing and Protecting Our Past

An online trail to help you to identify the extensive range of defence works and fortifications that were built between 1940 and 1942 in an effort to defend our country from the threat of enemy invasion.

You will be given two sets of clues to track down and visit some of the last remaining examples of wartime structures and buildings.

You can either complete the trail in person; or, you can complete the trail virtually using the What3Words coordinates to locate the sites and buildings online using applications like Bing, Google Earth, Google Streetview etc.

Resources:

Aerial photographs taken of Whitstable and Faversham by the RAF in May 1946; and,

Location codes provided by What3Words that will lead you to the location of a fascinating range of sites and structures including:

* anti-tank obstacles; pillboxes; radar stations; and, air raid shelters.

To take part you will need to download the What3Words app to your smart device.

Here is the main link https://what3words.com/

Here is the link for Apple devices: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/what3words/id657878530

Here is the link for Android devices: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.what3words.android&hl=en_GB

When you have located the structure or feature upload a live image or an image you have found online and post to your social media channel and use the hashtags #FestivalofArchaeology #FFLThe #TimescapesKent #TheForgottenFrontline #Value&Protect #HeritageWatch

We hope by visiting these sites you will gain a deeper knowledge and understanding of the purpose of these sites; explain their value within your local community; and, help us to protect these special places for future generations to visit and enjoy.