Monument record MLI89011 - Milepost, Bicker Road, Swineshead
Summary
Mid 19th century milepost at Bicker Road, Swineshead
Type and Period (1)
- MILEPOST (Post Medieval to Modern - 1835 AD to 2050 AD)
Protected Status/Designation
Full Description
Mid 19th century milepost at Bicker Road, Swineshead. It is triangular in plan, and made of cast-iron. It is inscribed with the makers name 'HOWDEN & SON, BOSTON, 1835' in the top panel, 'SLEAFORD 13 MILES' and 'HOLBEACH 13 MILES' in the respective side panels, and 'SWINESHEAD' at the base. {1}{2}{3}
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. {4}
Sources/Archives (4)
- <1> SLI9305 Index: Department of the Environment. 1988. List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest. 7/73.
- <2> SLI9583 Bibliographic Reference: Neil R. Wright. 2004. Lincolnshire's Industrial Heritage - A Guide. BN31, p.13.
- <3> SLI15398 Index: The Milestone Society. 2001->. Historic Milestone Society Database. LI_SLHB13.
- <4> SLI17013 Report: Lincolnshire County Council. 2020. Historical Milestones: Boston District. pp.49-50.
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Location
| Grid reference | TF 2420 3881 (point) Estimated from Sources |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | SWINESHEAD, BOSTON, LINCOLNSHIRE |
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Record last edited
Nov 29 2021 12:02PM
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