wwii – Mark Stothard MA ARPS

Audio and Visual Practitioner, Practice-led Researcher, Writer and Publisher

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In this quiet meadow, time seems to pause. The soft rustle of grass and distant chirps of unseen birds create a gentle harmony that calms the heart. The sky, dramatic yet tender, mirrors the complexity of emotion hope, reflection, serenity. As shadows dance across the hills, you feel a profound connection to the earth, a reminder that beauty often lies in stillness. Here, nature whispers its timeless story, inviting you to simply be.

Updated on 2026-03-032026-02-19Conflicology

Tracked Earth, Silent Sky

Tracked Earth, Silent Sky examines North Hill, Minehead, as a palimpsest of military inscription, ecological recovery, and affective residue. Situated on the edge of Exmoor …

A Second World War pillbox near Carhampton, west of Minehead, remains remarkably well-preserved, offering a tangible reminder of Britain’s wartime defences.Constructed of concrete in a hexagonal design, this pillbox originally sat nestled in the corner of a field. However, the removal of hedgerows in 1994 has left it standing exposed in the middle of the field, with its door facing northeast. Aerial imagery suggests the structure was strategically positioned to face north, with its entrance likely located on the south side.The pillbox features an unusual, non-standard design. Inside, a concrete step, approximately 1 foot high, leads to a raised platform measuring 3 feet by 3 feet and standing 2 feet high. The entrance is notably low, at just 3 feet in height, a feature typical of such defensive structures. An internal ricochet wall further demonstrates its defensive purpose, designed to minimize the risk of direct fire reaching occupants. Interestingly, part of the roof appears to be metal, supported by wooden rafters, with wood cladding applied externally. Historical records indicate it was once camouflaged by a hedge, blending it into the rural landscape to obscure its presence from potential attackers.

Updated on 2026-03-032023-12-22Conflicology

Wartime Landscapes

Psychogeography, Memory of a Pillbox Revisiting this pillbox near Carhampton for the first time since 2017, I found myself drawn back as part of my …