Lion’s Gate

Mussenden Road, Downhill

Two large sandstone gate pillars with basalt wall screen either side. There was originally a small gate lodge at either side. Fronts have a central alcove with a Doric column either side, the rear just the alcove. Carved detail and vermiculated blocks

Stone Information

Stone Type Category :

Buff-Pink Sandstone
Primary Stone:

Basalt
Secondary Stone:

Basalt
Stonework Construction:

Plain ashlar
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):

275689
OS Irish Grid (Northing):

435650