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Rainey-Goddard Monument

  •   Knockbreda Churchyard, Church Road, Knockbreda

Rectangular mausoleum in a Classical style. Central Kilkenny Limestone plaques to each face with 1 pilaster, and one Doric column either side. Roof tapers up towards an urn finial with pyramidal corner pinnacles.

Stone Information

  • Stone Type Category :
  • Primary Stone:
  • Secondary Stone:
  • Stonework Construction:
    Plain ashlar
  • Stonework Condition:
    Sandstone blockwork is in reasonable condition but with some evidence of isolated stone block deterioration and surface loss through flaking and granular 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):
    335153
  • OS Irish Grid (Northing):
    370161

Architect Information

  • Building Type:
  • Date of construction:
    1790
  • Architect:
    ?
  • Listing:
    B
  • HB/SMR Ref:
    HB25/16/005 C
  • 2nd survey by EHS:
    No

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