Survey Data
Reg No
20913410
Rating
Regional
Categories of Special Interest
Architectural, Social, Technical
Original Use
Chimney
Date
1840 - 1880
Coordinates
125721, 38319
Date Recorded
17/06/2009
Date Updated
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Description
Freestanding circular-profile rubble stone and red brick chimneystack, built c.1860, now disused. Set upon square base. Tapering shaft with oversailing red brick string courses to upper red brick stage. Ruinous remains of associated building to east. Set within disused slate quarry.
Appraisal
This chimney was originally part of Benduff Slate Quarry. Although now disused this chimney maintains much of its original form and character. Fine stone and brick craftsmanship is evident throughout and it maintains its status as a prominent landmark in the surrounding landscape.