Monument record MDO19733 - Red Crane on Portland Bill stone quay, Portland
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Summary
Rusted steel derrick mounted on a natural rock shelf beside 'quay' for stone loading. Made in Glasgow designated as 3 ton, with hand winch. Previous cranes were of timber. Now used for launching small boats.
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Full Description
Rusted steel derrick mounted on a natural rock shelf beside 'quay' for stone loading. Made in Glasgow designated as 3 ton, with hand winch. There is another rusted piece of metal and timber quay furniture but out of use, some parts of previous cranes and also possibly a capstan. An interesting site, with marks of former cranes and stone cutting. The Portland Bull Quarries tramway leads to this quay. Published historical photographs show earlier cranes were made of timber. The crane is used for launching small boats. (1)
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDO10278 Verbal communication: Stanier, P. 2007. Field observation.
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Location
| Grid reference | SY 6796 6848 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY66NE |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: MDO19733
Record last edited
Apr 3 2021 3:04PM