Location | Park Limeworks, Closeburn |
County | Dumfries & Galloway |
Grid Reference | NX 90727 91159 |
Date of visit | 27 June 2009 |
The three Closeburn kilns date from the late 18th century. Built against a natural bank above the flooded quarry, they are constructed of red sandstone. The stone was raised to the kiln tops by an inclined wagon-way. Production continued until c1888 with sporadic working until c1895. |
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