Monument record MDO19568 - Easton Lane Limekiln, Portland
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Summary
‘Limekiln' in 1889 and 1901. Stone-walled shed with corrugated iron roof built against front on road side. Pot is filled at the top. Inside (seen in 1992) drawhole is at an angle to the draw arch. '1926' is carved on stone in wall to left of drawhole. The shed at the front has been converted to a workshop. Overall, in good condition.
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Full Description
‘Limekiln' in 1889 and 1901 (1-2). Stone-walled shed with corrugated iron roof built against front on road side. Pot is filled at the top. Inside (seen in 1992) drawhole is at an angle to the draw arch. '1926' is carved on stone in wall to left of drawhole.(3) The shed at the front has been converted to a workshop. Overall, in good condition. Lime kiln is Listed Grade II (969-1/1/34 1984).
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SDO10250 Map: Ordnance Survey. 1889. Ordnance Survey 25-inch map, sheet LVIII.11.
- <2> SDO10252 Map: Ordnance Survey. 1901. Ordnance Survey 25-inch map, sheet LVIII.11.
- <3> SDO10293 Article in serial: Stanier, P. 1993. 'Dorset Limekilns: a first survey', Proceedings of the Dorset Archaeological & Natural History Society. 115. 48.
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Location
| Grid reference | SY 6904 7272 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY67SE |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Aug 31 2007 1:43AM
