Building record MLI126077 - Former Retort House, Donington Gas Works
Summary
Former retort house at the Donington Gas Works. Now in use as a private residence.
Type and Period (2)
- RETORT HOUSE (Post Medieval to Early 20th Century - 1856 AD to 1931 AD)
- HOUSE (Early 20th Century to 21st Century - 1931 AD to 2050 AD)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Full Description
Former retort house at the Doningon Gas Works. The building is thought to have been constructed in 1856, at the same time that the works were established (see MLI92074). The structure is of two-storeys and was converted into a private residence after the closure and sale of the gas works in 1931. Some alterations have occurred with the conversion, including the addition of an extension. {1}{2}
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1> SLI16789 Bibliographic Reference: A.T. Marks. 2019. The Gas Works of Lincolnshire. pp.91-94.
- <2> SLI16835 Report: Historic England. 2020. The Manufactured Gas Industry. -.
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Location
Grid reference | Centred TF 20908 35601 (11m by 9m) Surveyed |
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Civil Parish | DONINGTON, SOUTH HOLLAND, LINCOLNSHIRE |
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Record last edited
Jun 16 2022 2:25PM
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