Monument record M524 - Wilford Brickyard and Clay Pits (now West Bridgford)
Summary
BRICKWORKS (Georgian to Late 20th Century); CLAY PIT (Georgian to Late 20th Century)
Location
| Grid reference | SK 57000 35600 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SK53NE |
| District | Rushcliffe |
| Civil Parish | West Bridgford, Rushcliffe |
Map
Type and Period (2)
Full Description
Wilford Brick Works. (1)
One brick kiln - c 100ft x 40ft. 2 brick drying sheds - c 100ft x 60ft and 60ft x 40ft, 6ft high. One brick plant, original extent unknown, part has fallen down. 3 chimneys. Clay pit being partially filled in. Whole building area contained in a rectangle c 100ft x 150ft. Condition bad, parts have already fallen down through disuse (15/07/1968). (2)
Now a new factory has been built over this site (1979).
<1> OS, 1914, 1:2500, County Series 1914 (Map). SNT1023.
Other Refs: 42/14
<2> CBA, Industrial Survey (Published document). SNT184.
Other Refs: IA4 87/1
Sources/Archives (2)
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Record last edited
Jan 19 2023 7:34PM
