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The Temple of the Winds

  •   Mount Stewart, Newtownards, BT22 2RU

Greek style octagonal 2 storey on basement “temple”. Two porches with covered capitals, Hellenistic with Egyptian influence, supporting a balustrade. Tall Georgian windows on both floors. Domed circular projection which contains a staircase. Pyramidal roof, 3 step plinth all around walls

Stone Information

  • Stone Type Category :
  • Primary Stone:
  • Secondary Stone:
  • Replacement Stone:
  • Stonework Construction:
    Regular-coursed 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):
    355793
  • OS Irish Grid (Northing):
    369122

Architect Information

  • Building Type:
  • Date of construction:
    1782
  • Architect:
    James Stuart
  • Listing:
    A
  • HB/SMR Ref:
    HB24/04/051
  • 2nd survey by EHS:
    Yes

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