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1, York Street (Browns)

Lazonby Sandstone

  • Sedimentary
  • Sandstone
  • Permian

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Just found Lazonby Sandstone in 1, York Street (Browns).

Permian sandstone, quarried at Lazonby, Penrith, Cumbria, UK. Nearest stop: Manchester Victoria.

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Location Details

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Location of Geological Feature
Main building stone.
Rock Type
Sandstone
Geological Age
Permian
Quarry Location
Lazonby, Penrith, Cumbria, UK
Category
Sedimentary
Nearest station
Manchester Victoria
Address
17, York Street M2 2AW
Building architect
Charles Heathcote
Date of build
1902
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Stone identified by Ruth Siddall.
1, York Street (Browns) — Lazonby Sandstone
Lazonby Sandstone at 1, York Street (Browns)
Lazonby Sandstone at 1, York Street (Browns) (detail 2)
Lazonby Sandstone at 1, York Street (Browns) (detail 3)
    Entry submitted by Ruth Siddall

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