Stoborough is a village 1 mile south of Wareham.
The Patrol was dominated by the Randall family who had farmed in Stoborough for over a century. There were four members of the family in the Patrol, though the youngest was too young and as soon as this was realised he was discharged.
| Name | Occupation | Posted from | Until |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sergeant William James Randall | Dairy framer |
14 Jun 1940 | 03 Dec 1944 |
| Corporal Samuel George Selby | Smallholder and gardener |
09 Jul 1940 | 03 Dec 1944 |
| Private Archibald Donald Baskett | Clay miner |
26 Jun 1942 | 03 Dec 1944 |
| Private Percy Alan/Allen Harris | Farm labourer |
20 Jul 1940 | 14 Oct 1943 |
| Private Eric William Randall | Cowman |
29 May 1942 | 03 Dec 1944 |
| Private Bernard George Randall | Assisting father on farm |
26 Jul 1943 | 1944 |
| Private Harold John Randall | Assisting father on farm |
11 Jun 1943 | Unknown |
| Private Edward Samways | Engine driver |
03 Jun 1940 | 03 Dec 1944 |
The OB is believed to have been within the vicinity of the former Squirrel Cottage Clay Pit. It was discovered by one of the workers at the site, who came across a disguised vertical entrance shaft. Inside was a large room which still contained a table and chairs and the remains of some candles. Beyond this was a smaller room leading to an escape tunnel.
The OB is believed to have been completely destroyed by the expansion of the pit workings. The site is now a one hectare lake with a small central island.
Stoborough Patrol
Targets are likely to have included the railway lines to the north and west. The road out of Swanage would be a target in the case of landings there.They may also have included the small port at Wareham as a possible target.
East Holme Rifle Range, established in the Edwardian era, was very close to the OB. This was a military 800 yard range (though now in civilian hands) and may have been used for shooting practice.
It is not known if any of the Patrol went to Coleshill House for training, though normally at least the Patrol Leader attended.
TNA ref WO199/3390
Hancock data held at B.R.A
http://www.derc.org.uk/general/general_files/rd10.pdf