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Boathouse, Dickson’s Island

  •   Castleward, Down

Three bay rectangular boathouse, gabled with crow-steps at each end, and crenellations. Square windows with brick dressings and cills. East/West large double door for boats with brick dressings. Quatrefoil open window at each gable. Slate used as a damp course on capstones and crow-stepped gables. Pitched slate roof

Stone Information

  • Stone Type Category :
  • Primary Stone:
  • Secondary Stone:
  • Other Stone Type:
  • Stonework Construction:
    Un-coursed rubble
  • Condition Assessment (QUB):
    Stage 1 – A façade in this condition will only require localised remedial treatment concentrating on individual blocks. Stage 1 classification may also indicate that no intervention is needed with only periodic re-assessment of the façade is recommended.
  • OS Irish Grid (Easting):
    357683
  • OS Irish Grid (Northing):
    350077

Architect Information

  • Building Type:
  • Date of construction:
    19th Century
  • Listing:
    B
  • HB/SMR Ref:
    HB18/08/084
  • 2nd survey by EHS:
    Yes

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