Monument record MLI86316 - Milestone, Swineshead Road, Frampton
Summary
Early 19th century milestone on Swineshead Road, Frampton.
Type and Period (1)
- MILESTONE (Post Medieval to Modern - 1800 AD? to 2050 AD)
Protected Status/Designation
Full Description
Early 19th century milestone on Swineshead Road, Frampton. It is a limestone post, square in plan with a pyramidal top. It is inscribed 'SLEAFORD 15 MILES' and 'BOSTON 3 MILES' in the respective side panels. For the full description and the legal address of this listed building please refer to the appropriate List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest. {1}{2}
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, although some slight edge damage was noted. {3}
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SLI7655 Index: Department of the Environment. 1987. List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest. 10/44.
- <2> SLI15398 Index: The Milestone Society. 2001->. Historic Milestone Society Database. LI_BODN03.
- <3> SLI17013 Report: Lincolnshire County Council. 2020. Historical Milestones: Boston District. pp.21-2.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred TF 2854 4281 (11m by 11m) Estimated from Sources |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | FRAMPTON, BOSTON, LINCOLNSHIRE |
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Record last edited
Nov 24 2021 2:24PM
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