Milestone immediately SE of SE corner of Milestone Barn Cottage (EHER 15733)
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Summary
A probably 18th century square milestone, approximately 1m tall, with a flat hipped top and bench mark on its east face. The milestone was buried during the Second World War and recently re-erected.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | TL 8119 0606 (point) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | WOODHAM WALTER, MALDON, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
November 1985. Grade II listed.
A probably 18th century square milestone, approximately 1m tall, with a flat hipped top and bench mark on its east face. The inscription is partly eroded: "XX miles" to east face. The milestone was buried during the Second World War and recently re-erected. <1>
See photos <2>.
2000-2001. Field survey.
Milestone noted as extant, but very worn <3> <4>.
Sources
- <1> SEX25171 LIST: Department of the Environment. 1985. List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest: Maldon. p59.
- <2> SEX56253 Photograph: Essex County Council. 1970-1993. ECC Historic Buildings Photo Print Archive. 2 frames, 1/1985.
- <3> SEX59818 LIST: Adams, S.M.. 2001. Milestones/Mileposts 2000/2001.
- <4> SEX59819 Photograph: Adams, S.M.. 2001. Milestones/Mileposts 2000/2001. Colour print.
Related Events (1)
Other References
- Old SMR Number: 39116