Monument record MLI88891 - Hobhole Sluice, Fishtoft

Summary

Hobhole Sluice, Fishtoft.

Type and Period (1)

  • (Post Medieval to Mid 20th Century - 1805 AD to 1957 AD)

Protected Status/Designation

Full Description

This sluice is at the end of Hobhole Drain which was a central feature of John Rennie's fen drainage scheme. It was built in 1805-6 and repaired in 1888. It was replaced in 1957 with a pumping station and new cut. {1} Gritstone ashlar with raked and battered flanking walls, facetted cutwaters with Roman numeral depth marks, and an iron sluice gate. For the full description and the legal address of this listed building please refer to the appropriate List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest. {2}

Sources/Archives (2)

  •  Bibliographic Reference: Neil R. Wright. 2004. Lincolnshire's Industrial Heritage - A Guide. BN5, p.6.
  •  Index: Department of the Environment. 1987. List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest. 14/27.

Map

Location

Grid reference Centred TF 3644 3994 (34m by 20m) Estimated from sources
Civil Parish FISHTOFT, BOSTON, LINCOLNSHIRE

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Record last edited

Sep 12 2024 1:40PM

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