Survey Data
Reg No
21508019
Rating
Regional
Categories of Special Interest
Architectural, Artistic, Historical
Original Use
Mausoleum
In Use As
Mausoleum
Date
1850 - 1860
Coordinates
157716, 157842
Date Recorded
13/05/2005
Date Updated
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Description
Raised limestone square-plan pyramidal mausoleum, erected c. 1855, located within the grounds of Saint Munchin's Church of Ireland churchyard. Composed of tapering smooth ashlar limestone, laid in overlapping courses, with cement pointing. Rock-faced limestone pedestal with name plaque reading 'Bannatyne' in high relief on east elevation.
Appraisal
A bold and confident version of the pyramidal shaped mausoleum. It is adapted to reduce the risk of water infiltration. It is of historical significance as it is the family vault of prominent grain merchants, the Bannatynes. This monumental Victorian form reflects the industrial base of the family’s wealth.