Monument record 855 - Pinfold
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Summary
Grade II listed pinfold built in the 17th or 18th century. Pinfolds are animal enclosures for stray animals. The animals would only be released to their owners if they paid a fine. It is a square enclosure with an entrance on the western side. The gates date from the 20th century.
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Pinfold. Formerly listed as Pound. 17th or 18th century. Coursed ashlar. Square enclosure with entrance to centre of western front. Arrow head rustication to blocks with chamfered coping. 20th century wooden gates (1).
<1> Department of the Environment, 1971-2005, List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest, /3/57 (Report). SCH1934.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SCH1934 Report: Department of the Environment. 1971-2005. List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest. N/A. /3/57.
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Location
| Grid reference | SJ 593 654 (point) 8 Figure Ref |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SJ56NE |
| Civil Parish | LITTLE BUDWORTH, VALE ROYAL, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | LITTLE BUDWORTH, LITTLE BUDWORTH, CHESHIRE |
Protected Status/Designation
Record last edited
Nov 30 2004 10:59AM