Monument record MLI125899 - Milestone, A52, Bicker

Summary

Possible 19th century milestone on the A52, to the north-east of Bicker.

Type and Period (1)

  • (Post Medieval to Modern - 1800 AD? to 2050 AD)

Protected Status/Designation

  • None recorded

Full Description

Milestone of possible 19th century date, on the A52 to the north-east of Bicker. It is triangular in plan, and made of cast-iron. It is inscribed 'HCC' in the top panel, with 'BOSTON 8 MILES' and 'DONINGTON 2 1/2 MILES' in the respective side panels. {1} The milepost was inspected as part of a condition survey of historic milestones in Boston Borough, conducted in early 2020. It was found to be in a relatively good condition at that time, with only limited signs of rust. {2}

Sources/Archives (2)

  •  Index: The Milestone Society. 2001->. Historic Milestone Society Database. LI_BODN08.
  •  Report: Lincolnshire County Council. 2020. Historical Milestones: Boston District. pp.31-2.

Map

Location

Grid reference TF 2374 3824 (point) Estimated from Sources
Civil Parish BICKER, BOSTON, LINCOLNSHIRE

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Record last edited

Nov 25 2021 12:32PM

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