Monument record MDR10225 - Milepost on the Wirksworth/Derby road, Windley
Type and Period (1)
- MILEPOST (Georgian to Victorian - 1800 AD to 1900 AD)
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Full Description
An early 19th century cast iron milepost that has a triangular section at the top and is inscribed with 'WINDLEY / LONDON / 133 / MILES'; and on the sides 'WIRKSWTH / 6 / MILES' and 'DERBY / 7 / MILES'. (1)
The milepost was manufactured by J Harrison of Derby. (2)
The mile post is triangular in plan with the upper part sloping to the back plate with a curved top. (3)
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SDR18918 Unpublished document: County Treasure Recording Form. 14.1, with photo.
- <2> SDR19355 Index: Higgins, J (The Milestone Society). County Milestone Survey. DY/WID/02.
- <3> SDR19551 Listed Building File: Historic England. 2011. The National Heritage List for England. List entry number 1233199.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SK 31254 45337 (2m by 2m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | WINDLEY, AMBER VALLEY, DERBYSHIRE |
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Record last edited
Feb 20 2014 2:47PM