Milepost of South verge Eest of Frating Lodge (EHER 15749)
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Summary
A late 19th century cast iron mile post. It was approximately one metre high, triangular plan. The slanting head reads - London 57, east side - Colchester 6 Frating, west side - Thorpe 6 Frating. One of the few surviving cast iron mile posts in Essex, most of which are in Tendring District. Possibly by Lawford iron works.
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Location
| Grid reference | TM 0825 2320 (point) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | FRATING, TENDRING, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
A late 19th century cast iron mile post. It was approximately one metre high, triangular plan. The slanting head reads - London 57, east side - Colchester 6 Frating, west side - Thorpe 6 Frating. One of the few surviving cast iron mile posts in Essex, most of which are in Tendring District. Possibly by Lawford iron works. <1> <2> <3>.
Sources
- <1> SEX53993 DESC TEXT: Department of the Environment. 1987. List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest: Tendring. p14.
- <2> SEX59818 LIST: Adams, S.M.. 2001. Milestones/Mileposts 2000/2001.
- <3> SEX56253 Photograph: Essex County Council. 1970-1993. ECC Historic Buildings Photo Print Archive. 1 frame, .
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Other References
- Old SMR Number: 34469