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Forcett Quarry kiln

In an area of extensive limestone quarrying this single kiln with two draw tunnels survives in fairly good condition.

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GrahamH said:

What type of stone is used to construct these kilns?

2 years ago

tarboat replied to GrahamH:

Mainly limestone. The pot is lined with firebricks. Older kilns were lined with gritstone.

2 years ago ( translate )

Interesting to see, how old is it?

2 years ago

GrahamH replied to tarboat:

Thanks.

2 years ago

tarboat said:

First half of the 19th century probably.

2 years ago