Monument record MLI92539 - Milepost, A52, Butterwick

Summary

Early 19th century milepost on the A52 at Butterwick, to the west of the junction with Mill Lane.

Type and Period (1)

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

Protected Status/Designation

Full Description

Early 19th century milestone on the A52 at Butterwick, to the west of the junction with Mill Lane. It is triangular in plan, and made of cast-iron. It is inscribed 'BUTTERWICK' in the top panel, with 'BOSTON 4M' and 'WAINFLEET 14M' 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 fair condition at that time, although the paint had flaked from much of the surface and the post was becoming quite rusty. {3}

Sources/Archives (3)

  •  Index: Department of the Environment. 1987. List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest. 8/15.
  •  Index: The Milestone Society. 2001->. Historic Milestone Society Database. LI_BOWF04.
  •  Report: Lincolnshire County Council. 2020. Historical Milestones: Boston District. pp.13-4.

Map

Location

Grid reference TF 3828 4572 (point) Estimated from Sources
Civil Parish BUTTERWICK, BOSTON, LINCOLNSHIRE

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Record last edited

Nov 24 2021 11:31AM

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