Monument record MDO20047 - Former ropewalk, rear of 26 West Street, Bridport
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Summary
Site of former covered ropewalk, probably part of R. Budden & Sons premises. Demolished some time after 1985.
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Type and Period (2)
Full Description
Site of former covered ropewalk behind 26 West Street (1). The ropewalk was open to the east (2). It was attached to the rear of a warehouse at 31 Ropewalks. The ropewalk was demolished some time after 1985.
Robert Budden & Sons, rope, line, twine, shoethread, fishing nets, tarpaulins, sacks and bags, plough reins and halter manufacturers were listed in trade directories in West Street from 1851 and from 26 West Street from 1898-1923 (3).
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SWX1452 Article in serial: Bone, M R. 1985. 'The Bridport Flax and Hemp Industry' Bristol Industrial Archaeological Society Journal. 18. 26.
- <2> SDO10518 Map: Ordnance Survey. 1930. Dorset Sheet XXXVIII.10. 6 inch to 1 mile.
- <3> SDO10528 Article in serial: Bone, M R. 1981. 'Bridport Textile Industry 1814-1945' Somerset and Dorset Notes and Queries. 31. 148.
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Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SY 46468 92903 (5m by 28m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY49SE |
| Civil Parish | Bridport; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 1 016 193
Record last edited
May 21 2008 9:12AM