Monument record MDO6589 - Boundary marker, Castle Road, Castletown, Portland
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Summary
A mid to late 19th century boundary marker adjoining boundary wall to the Castle.
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Full Description
A boundary marker dated to the mid to late 19th century. A stone c. 300mm high, a square to worn pyramidal top, partly concealed by the rising road level. Immediately adjoins the Castle boundary wall. On its S face is inscribed 'WD Boundary', on its E and W faces it has WD arrow. It is one of a number of similar stones on the Island, set up by the military authorities, and it may carry an identifying number on its lower part.
<1> DCC SMR, to 2003, Former DCC SMR Card Index (Index). SWX8285.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SWX8285 Index: DCC SMR. to 2003. Former DCC SMR Card Index.
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Location
| Grid reference | SY 6843 7431 (point) Centred on |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY67SE |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 4 001 136
Record last edited
Aug 30 2024 11:03AM
