Survey Data

Reg No

31814006


Rating

Regional


Categories of Special Interest

Artistic, Social, Technical


Original Use

Post box


In Use As

Post box


Date

1900 - 1910


Coordinates

167389, 280106


Date Recorded

25/08/2003


Date Updated

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Description

Freestanding cylindrical cast-iron post box, erected c.1905, with royal insignia of Edward VII, moulded neck with "POST OFFICE" in relief and round cap. Name of manufacturer to base. Set on footpath at junction of streets.

Appraisal

This cast-iron post box is an important feature of the social and urban fabric of the town. The high-relief casting of the lettering to the shaft is particularly attractive, adding an artistic value to this functional object.