Survey Data

Reg No

14320016


Rating

Regional


Categories of Special Interest

Architectural, Technical


Previous Name

Hilltown


Original Use

Dovecote/pigeon house/aviary


Date

1740 - 1780


Coordinates

309094, 267981


Date Recorded

10/06/2002


Date Updated

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Description

Detached circular-plan dovecote, built c.1760, now disused. Conical slate roof. Rubble stone and rendered walls with red brick eaves course. Interior remains intact.

Appraisal

This former dovecote once served Hilltown House, a large house which was situated to the north. It forms a group with the surviving related structures in the former demesne. The survival of many original features and materials enhance the building. Its simple form and volume is striking and its survival bears witness to the activities that once took place on this estate.