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2, Sadler's Gate

Peterhead Granite

  • Igneous
  • Granite
  • 406 Ma

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Just found Peterhead Granite in 2, Sadler's Gate.

406 Ma granite, quarried at Stirlinghill, Boddam, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, UK. Nearest stop: Derby.

This stone is older than it looks — worth five minutes if you're nearby.
https://www.londonpavementgeology.co.uk/location/4820-2-sadler-s-gate/

Location Details

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Location of Geological Feature
A pair of columns on either side of the main door.
Rock Type
Granite
Geological Age
406 Ma
Quarry Location
Stirlinghill, Boddam, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, UK
Category
Igneous
Nearest station
Derby
Address
2, Sadlers Gate DE1 3GA
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The original building was designed by Samuel Heathcote in 1693. There have been significant phases of rebuilding and modifications, including in the late 1800s, when these columns would have been added.
2, Sadler's Gate — Peterhead Granite
Peterhead Granite at 2, Sadler's Gate
Peterhead Granite at 2, Sadler's Gate (detail 2)
Peterhead Granite at 2, Sadler's Gate (detail 3)
    Entry submitted by Dave Wallis

Nearby

The closest other recorded buildings.

  • Memorial to Joseph Wright of DerbyBalmoral Granite60 m · about 1 min walk
  • Derby War MemorialMillstone Grit70 m · about 1 min walk
  • 4, Market Place (Toni & Guy)Serpentinite90 m · about 1 min walk
  • Derby Registry Office (Royal Oak House)Cove Red Sandstone100 m · about 2 min walk
  • 7, St James's StreetBardiglio Marble120 m · about 2 min walk
  • Derby CathedralAshover Grit140 m · about 2 min walk

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