Survey Data

Reg No

11359033


Rating

National


Categories of Special Interest

Architectural, Historical, Social, Technical


Original Use

Martello tower


Date

1800 - 1810


Coordinates

328880, 239222


Date Recorded

27/06/2000


Date Updated

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Description

Martello tower, c.1805, on a circular plan with tapered profile, having machicolation above raised entrance. Modern metal steps to first floor. ROOF: Concealed behind parapet. WALLS: Rendered; granite string course and coping to parapet; ashlar granite projection supported by five granite console bracket above entrance. OPENINGS: Square headed; rendered hood mouldings. Metal studded door to first floor. Second door located at ground floor with gibbsian granite surround; metal studded door randomly placed; small square windows