Building record MDO28407 - Dorset Iron Foundry, West Quay Road, Poole
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Summary
Dorset Iron Foundry, of one and two storeys with the roofs of modern materials, was built as industrial premises in the early 19th century; it was extended to the southeast in 1850 when a gabled wing was added facing the street. This had a wide central round headed window with cast iron frame flanked by smaller round headed windows. A similar wing of like design was built to the northeast in 1902. Below the apex of the two gables are rectangular panels formerly painted with the dates of erection.
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Full Description
Dorset Iron Foundry, of one and two storeys with the roofs of modern materials, was built as industrial premises in the early 19th century; it was extended to the southeast in 1850 went a gabled wing was added facing the street. This had a wide central round headed window with cast iron frame flanked by smaller round headed windows. A similar wing of like design was built to the northeast in 1902. Below the apex of the two gables are rectangular panels formerly painted with the dates of erection.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDO149 Monograph: Royal Commission on Historical Monuments (England). 1970. An Inventory of Historical Monuments in the County of Dorset, Volume II (South East) Part 2. 237.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SZ 0067 9044 (31m by 22m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SZ09SW |
| Unitary Authority | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 5 000 325
- Royal Commission Inventory Reference: Poole (325)
Record last edited
May 9 2012 4:57AM