WW2 Sighting Arrow

Concrete still marks the spot where wartime pilots once looked for home. This WW2 sighting arrow near Burnham-on-Sea is one of hundreds that guided aircraft across Britain during the Second World War, though most have long since vanished under development or weathering.

What you'll find is a large concrete arrow pointing towards the nearest airfield, designed to help pilots navigate in the days before sophisticated radar. The arrow itself is roughly 60 feet long, carved into a concrete pad that's now weathered and partly overgrown. It's not much to look at, frankly - history buffs will appreciate the significance more than casual visitors.

Getting there requires a bit of detective work as it's unmarked and sits on open land. The arrow lies roughly between Burnham-on-Sea and the cluster of holiday parks along the coast. Families staying at nearby sites like Warren Farm Holiday Centre or Diamond Farm Holiday Park could combine a visit with a coastal walk, though children might find it underwhelming unless they're already keen on wartime history.

Allow twenty minutes maximum - there's no interpretation board and once you've seen it and taken a photo, that's your lot. Free to visit, naturally, being just concrete on farmland. It's worth the short detour if you're already exploring the Somerset coast, but don't expect a major attraction.