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Public Library, Randalstown

  •   New Street, Randalstown, BT41 3AF

Two storey basalt building with gabled slate roof and central roof cupola. Rounded arch windows to ground floor set within in-filled arches. Fanlight doors at each side of front. Cills all concrete replacements, only one of Tardree remains. At each end of the building is a one storey single bay extension in basalt with pitched slate roof.

Stone Information

  • Stone Type Category :
  • Primary Stone:
  • Secondary Stone:
  • Stonework Construction:
    Random-coursed squared rubble
  • Stonework Condition:
    Basalt stonework is in good condition with no evidence of surface deterioration. Rhyolite detailing exhibits some minor evidence of surface deterioration and disintegration.
  • 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):
    308238
  • OS Irish Grid (Northing):
    390277

Architect Information

  • Building Type:
  • Date of construction:
    1831
  • Listing:
    B1
  • HB/SMR Ref:
    HB20/04/008
  • 2nd survey by EHS:
    Yes

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