WW2 Barrack Foundations

Concrete foundations and scattered brickwork mark where soldiers once slept and ate during the Second World War. These sparse remains lie on open ground near Burnham-on-Sea, remnants of a military camp that housed troops defending this stretch of Somerset coast.

History buffs with active imaginations will get the most from a visit here. The foundations themselves are fairly basic - low concrete walls outlining what were once accommodation blocks and mess halls. You'll need to picture the Nissen huts and bustling military activity that once filled this space.

It's a free wander around whenever you fancy, though there's precious little signage to explain what you're looking at. Allow thirty minutes tops unless you're particularly keen on wartime archaeology. The site works well as a quick stop if you're already exploring the Burnham area, but it's hardly worth a special journey.

Families staying at nearby holiday parks like Warren Farm or Diamond Farm might find it a decent leg-stretcher, especially if the kids are studying World War Two at school. The open location means it's suitable for pushchairs, though muddy after rain. Combine it with a trip to Burnham's seafront for a proper day out - the barracks alone won't occupy anyone for long.