Survey Data
Reg No
20863024
Rating
Regional
Categories of Special Interest
Architectural, Technical
Original Use
Building misc
In Use As
Building misc
Date
1840 - 1860
Coordinates
168195, 72708
Date Recorded
22/02/2011
Date Updated
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Description
Freestanding shaft, built c.1850, as ventilation shaft for subterranean railway tunnel. Circular-plan shaft with square-profile plinth. Random rubble sandstone walls on random rubble plinth with soldier coping to south section. Sited on traffic island in suburban residential area.
Appraisal
One of a group of four, this shaft is an important element of Cork’s railway heritage. It is a fascinating reminder of the early days of train travel when steam engines created large quantities of vapour and smoke, and consequently ventilation shafts were required. It retains its original form and massing, and remains an notable addition to the local built heritage.