Monument record MDO689 - Lime kiln on Middle Hill, Cattistock
Please read our guidance about the use of Dorset Historic Environment Record data.
Summary
A lime kiln recorded as ‘old limekiln’ on the second edition (1900-2) Ordnance Survey map. The date of this kiln is not known but it is most likely to be late nineteenth century. The site was visited in 1992-93 by Peter Stanier, who recorded that almost all (80-90%) of the kiln survived in fair condition. He described the draw arch as being round and built of brick. The site was identified on aerial photographs during the Upper Frome and Sydling Valley AIM project.
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
A lime kiln recorded as ‘old limekiln’ on the second edition (1900-2) Ordnance Survey map. The date of this kiln is not known but it is most likely to be late nineteenth century. The site was visited in 1992-93 by Peter Stanier, who recorded that almost all (80-90%) of the kiln survived in fair condition. He described the draw arch as being round and built of brick [1]. The site was identified on aerial photographs during the Upper Frome and Sydling Valley AIM project [2].
Sources/Archives (2)
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Location
| Grid reference | Centred ST 59838 00126 (8m by 9m) (3 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ST50SE |
| Civil Parish | Cattistock; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 1 025 032
Record last edited
May 21 2020 12:31PM