Monument record MDO19709 - Lower Lighthouse, Portland
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Summary
Site of Lower Lighthouse built to replace an earlier one in 1789. The commemorative plaque is now in the present lighthouse at the Bill. Replaced by a new lighthouse in 1869 which still stands.
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Site of Lower Lighthouse built in 1789 to replace an earlier one; the commemorative plaque is now in the present lighthouse at the Bill. (1) ‘New Light House’ shown in true position on 1800 and 1837 maps. (2-3) On the 1841 Tithe Map the Lower Lighthouse is shown as sketch, property marked 2348 owned by Trinity House and occupied by Charles Comben; adjacent 2349, ‘garden’ owned by Trinity House and occupied by Charles Comben. (4) Replaced by a new lighthouse in 1869.
Sources/Archives (4)
- <1> SDO10401 Monograph: Stanier, Peter. 2002. Dorset in the Age of Steam. p123-4.
- <2> SDO10235 Map: F Webb and Co Salisbury. 1800. A Map of the Isle of Portland.
- <3> SDO10347 Map: E and G N Driver. 1837. Plan of a Customary Freehold Estate in the Isle of Portland, For Sale.
- <4> SDO10253 Map: 1841. Portland Tithe Map.
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Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Location
| Grid reference | SY 6810 6897 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY66NE |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: MDO19709
Record last edited
Sep 24 2007 11:03AM