Monument record MDO19561 - Admiralty Limekiln, Portland
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Summary
Large limekiln of unusual design, most surviving in February 2007.
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Large limekiln of unusual design, probably late C19 but not shown on maps until 1926-7 because government property was previously blanked out. (1) Most surviving in February 2007, with well dressed stonework of kiln at west end (but in poor structural condition) and long loading ramp with arches (for storage?) beneath on the east side.(2)
<1> Ordnance Survey, 1929, Ordnance Survey 25-inch map, sheet LVIII.11 (Map). SDO10242.
<2> Stanier, P, 2007, Field observation (Verbal communication). SDO10278.
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Location
| Grid reference | SY 6962 7277 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY67SE |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Aug 31 2007 12:24PM
