Secret Somerset - The hidden past of Exmoor鈥檚 WW2 training site

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The hidden past of Exmoor鈥檚 WW2 training siteThe hidden past of Exmoor鈥檚 WW2 training site

Released On: 13 Aug 2024

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A radar station and archaeological remains can be found on the North Hill site.

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