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Milepost on North West verge approximately 20 metres North of junction with Crown Lane (EHER 15748)

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Summary

A milepost dated to the early 19th century. It is formed of cast iron with an 18th century stone behind.

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Location

Grid reference TM 0317 2791 (point)
Civil Parish ARDLEIGH, TENDRING, ESSEX

Type and Period

Description

A milepost dated to the early 19th century. It is formed of cast iron with an 18th century stone behind. It is triangular, the flat head reading, To London 54, left side reads Harwich 18, right side reads Colchester 3. Part of the inscription on the milestone is visible "London LVI". One of a series qv 5/24. <1>. Photographed <2>

Sources

  • <1> DESC TEXT: Department of the Environment. 1987. List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest: Tendring.
  • <2> Photograph: Essex County Council. 1970-1993. ECC Historic Buildings Photo Print Archive. 1 frame, 6/1986.

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Other References

  • Old SMR Number: 34530

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