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> 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

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Record last edited

Nov 30 2004 10:59AM