Bowen Vault, Milltown Cemetery
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546 Falls Road, Belfast
Tall carved limestone vault in a Gothic style. Octagonal roof with miniature balustrade and octagonal pinnacles. Shouldered doorway with wrought iron gates with carving inside, including angels in corners and vaulted ceiling.
Stone Information
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Stone Type Category :
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Primary Stone:
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Stonework Construction:Plain ashlar
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Stonework Condition:Surface dissolution of limestone is reasonably heavy in places, with fossils sitting proud of the surface and occasionally heavy pitting.
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Condition Assessment (QUB):Stage 2 – Section specific remedial action is required but the extent of intervention should be limited because of the lack of distant involvement within façade boundaries.
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OS Irish Grid (Easting):330867
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OS Irish Grid (Northing):372508
Architect Information
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Building Type:
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Date of construction:1870’s
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Architect:Timothy Hevey?
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Listing:B
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HB/SMR Ref:HB26/22/002 C
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2nd survey by EHS:No