Location Lamorna Cove
County Cornwall
Grid Reference SW 450240
Date of visit 9 April 2013


 
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The limekiln at Lamorna Cove, on the south-western tip of Cornwall, was constructed in 1854. It was used to burn lime for construction of a pier to ship granite from the local quarry. Whilst the kiln has survived it is now largely hidden behind a boat shed and under the patio of the local cafe.
 
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