Listed Building: GARDEN GATEWAY TO THE GROTTO, IN PRIVATE GARDENS, EAST OF TERRACE (1308355)
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| Grade | II |
|---|---|
| Authority | Department of the Environment |
| Date assigned | 09 January 1987 |
| Date last amended |
Description
EASTON EASTON PARK SK 92 NW Garden gateway to 6/85 the grotto, in private gardens, east of terrace II Gateway to the grotto. c.1810, possibly re-using an early C18 eared surround. Limestone ashlar. Central gateway with possibly re-used eared and keyed surround with outer rusticated Doric pilasters. Pulvinated frieze and broken scrolled segmental pediment with recessed central panel. Centre piece is flanked by added semi-circular headed niches, with moulded cornices. Beyond the gate a set of irregular natural stone steps, leads to the grotto, formed from a dis-used quarry. On the terraces round about grew exotic alpine flowers and the place was the exclusive retreat of the family. Built as part of the formal gardens of Easton Hall, seat of the Cholmeley family. Listing NGR: SK9289826700
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Location
| Grid reference | SK 92898 26700 (point) |
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| Map sheet | SK92NW |
| Civil Parish | EASTON, SOUTH KESTEVEN, LINCOLNSHIRE |
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Record last edited
Apr 17 2009 4:44PM
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