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The Boatyard Gateposts

Ballast

  • Various lithologies.

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Location of Geological Feature
The gatepost and wall are mainly built from ballast. A mixture of non-local granites, sandstones and even a piece of metal processing slag.
Rock Type
Various lithologies.
Quarry Location
Various locations.
Nearest station
Bangor
Address
Garth Road LL57 2SF
Date of build
19th Century
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Stone identified by Ruth Siddall
The Boatyard Gateposts — Ballast
Ballast at The Boatyard Gateposts
Ballast at The Boatyard Gateposts (detail 2)
Ballast at The Boatyard Gateposts (detail 3)
    Entry submitted by Ruth Siddall

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The closest other recorded buildings.