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Gate House, Old Butter Market

  •   Dobbin Street, Armagh

Square gateway with large semi-circular archway. Chamfered blocking courses, rusticated voussoirs and quoins. Above string course is a band of ashlar stone with clock face and cornice. Shallow hipped roof topped by cupola with metal dome.

Stone Information

  • Stone Type Category :
  • Primary Stone:
  • Secondary Stone:
  • 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):
    287700
  • OS Irish Grid (Northing):
    344975

Architect Information

  • Building Type:
  • Date of construction:
    1820
  • Architect:
    Francis Johnston?
  • Listing:
    B
  • HB/SMR Ref:
    HB15/18/008
  • 2nd survey by EHS:
    Yes

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