Monument record MLI92546 - Milepost on A52, Fishtoft
Summary
Early 19th century milepost on the A52, to the north of Fishtoft.
Type and Period (1)
- MILEPOST (Post Medieval to Modern - 1800 AD? to 2050 AD)
Protected Status/Designation
Full Description
Early 19th century milepost on the A52, to the north of Fishtoft. It is triangular in plan, and made of cast-iron. It is inscribed 'FISHTOFT' in the top panel, with 'BOSTON 2M' and 'WAINFLEET 16M' 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 poor condition at that time, as the paint had flaked from most of the surfaces and the post was becoming very rusty. {3}
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SLI7655 Index: Department of the Environment. 1987. List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest. 8/40.
- <2> SLI15398 Index: The Milestone Society. 2001->. Historic Milestone Society Database. LI_BOWF02.
- <3> SLI17013 Report: Lincolnshire County Council. 2020. Historical Milestones: Boston District. pp.17-8.
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Location
Grid reference | TF 3524 4505 (point) Estimated from Sources |
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Civil Parish | FISHTOFT, BOSTON, LINCOLNSHIRE |
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Record last edited
Nov 24 2021 11:32AM
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