Sadly all of the other huts were demolished in the early 1990s by Ogwr Borough Council (today known as Bridgend County Borough Council).
See photos of the camp prior to demolition
Thankfully, the significance of Hut 9 was realised and Hut 9 was granted Grade II listed status.
Prior to the demolition of the other huts, many of the paintings that the PoWs drew on the walls, and which people may remember, were carefully removed and these are stored inside Hut 9 today.
See this page for photos of the art work
Below are photos of how Hut 9 looks today.
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Only Hut 9 Remains And This Has Been Boarded Up And Fenced In Click image to enlarge
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Outside Hut 9 (escape hut) Click image to enlarge
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Hut 9 As It Is Today Click image to enlarge
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Main Corridor. The "hook" like objects from ceiling are central heating pipe brackets Click image to enlarge
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False wall built by POWs to conceal soil from escape tunnel. This room was not found until mid 1980's when vandals broke the wall down scattering the mud balls across the floor. These have since been trampled flat. Click image to enlarge
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Photo Taken September 2001.
The "Porridge Man" looks like a Hauptmann (Captain) judging by the two diamond-shaped pips on his shoulder straps. It's not possible to tell if it's supposed to be a Luftwaffe or Army eagle on his field cap, but it certainly looks like he's wearing the Model 1944 German field uniform.
Eagle With German Cross Underneath Click image to enlarge
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Writing on one of the walls:
"Der Württemberg, sei gegrüßt erlauchter Hügel" which translates as "The Württemberg, you shall be greeted, hill of dignity". The Württemberg is a hill in the southern parts of Germany, hence the name of the state Baden-Württemberg. Click image to enlarge |
Flowers In A Vase Click image to enlarge
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