Monument record MWX458 - Beach huts, Portland

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Summary

A group of beach huts situated on the west side of the Isle of Portland, overlooking Chesil Cove. The huts are essentially garden sheds which have been modified by means of cladding and painting to give them the appearance of an authentic beach hut. However, despite the fact that they are located on or near the beach, many still resemble garden sheds.

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Full Description

A group of beach huts situated on the west side of the Isle of Portland, overlooking Chesil Cove. The huts are essentially garden sheds which have been modified by means of cladding and painting to give them the appearance of an authentic beach hut. However, despite the fact that they are located on or near the beach, many still resemble garden sheds. <1>


<1> National Monuments Record, 2001, Beach Huts, Chesil Beach, Portland, BF108056 (Index). SWX9151.

BEACH HUTS, CHESIL BEACH, PORTLAND

<2> National Record of the Historic Environment, 1369745 (Digital archive). SDO14739.

Sources/Archives (2)

  • <1> Index: National Monuments Record. 2001. Beach Huts, Chesil Beach, Portland. File BF108056. BF108056.
  • <2> Digital archive: National Record of the Historic Environment. 1369745.

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Location

Grid reference Centred SY 68360 73041 (163m by 183m)
Map sheet SY67SE
Unitary Authority Dorset

Protected Status/Designation

Other Statuses/References

  • Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 4 001 393
  • Legacy UID: National Monuments Record: SY 67 SE 121
  • Legacy UID: National Record of the Historic Environment: 1369745
  • National Buildings Record: 108056

Record last edited

Sep 6 2024 4:39PM

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