Off Target Traditional Cache
zardoz6720: Cache archived to allow others to place caches in the area.
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The coastal area around Formby was subject to considerable military use during World War 2. There were numerous barracks, searchlights, anti aircraft batteries and training facilities. The cache is located about 400 feet from one of the few remaining structures, a rifle range training facility. If you look at the wall you will see indentations where the bullets hit the brickwork. The rifle range is located at N53 32.603 W3 05.635
Although not relevant to finding the cache it may be of interest in that a recent archaelogical survey of the area a Radar Station (1939-1946) at Co-Ordinates N53 32.406 W3 05.277 and a Sound Mirror (1918-1939) at Co-Ordinates N53 32.523 W3 05.461 were recorded. However there is no physical evidence for you to see.
Parking is available at Lifeboat Road Car Park Co-Ordinates N53 33.031 W3 05.720 however there is a charge in summer (£3.50 at the time of writing May 2008.) You can however park on St Lukes Church Road, please note that this can get very busy particularly at weekends and bank holidays.
Additional Hints
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Haqre gerr oenapu
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