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Monument MPM2007 - SWS sign, Belgravia Road

Summary

Second World War SWS (Static Water Supply) sign painted on the east wall of 222 Laburnum Grove (sign in Belgravia Road).

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Full Description

Second World War SWS (Static Water Supply) sign painted on the west wall of east wall of 222 Laburnum Grove (sign in Belgravia Road). An arrow to the left of the letters is pointing left (south) down Belgravia Road. The letters and arrow are painted in yellow directly onto the brickwork. No background.

SWS signs directed the Fire Service to the emergency static water tanks that were located around the city for use in fighting fires during and after bombing raids.


HER Officer, 2020, Surviving Static Water Supply signs in Portsmouth (Index). SPM596.

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  • --- SPM596 Index: HER Officer. 2020. Surviving Static Water Supply signs in Portsmouth.

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Location

Grid reference SU 657 022 (point)
Unitary Authority Portsmouth City

Record last edited

Jul 1 2026 11:51AM