Building record MAB3413 - PLASMON MILL
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Summary
Mill, with an early foundation.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NJ 0365 5811 (292m by 254m) Centred at - Polygon: Known Site Extent |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NJ05NW |
| Authority | Moray |
| Civil Parish | Forres |
Type and Period (3)
Full Description
Mill, with an early foundation. It is depicted on the OS maps of 1846 and 1888. A mill lade leads from the old fishpond of Sanquhar house northwards to the mill. It has been much rebuilt in the 19th and 20th century. The oldest part of this complex is a 2-storey, 2 by 5-bay block. The mill was known for the production of oatmeal. Also known as Forres Mills.
Period Notes
Works carried out 1859.
Hume, JR, 1977, Industrial Archaeology of Scotland, 233 (Bibliographic reference). SAB730.
Other Statuses/References
- Authority: MOR;
- NMR Card Number: NJ05NW78;
- NRHE Numlink: 15860;
- Old Historic Environment Record Ref: NJ05NW0046;
External Links (1)
- https://www.trove.scot/place/15860 (trove.scot link)
Sources/Archives (1)
- --- SAB730 Bibliographic reference: Hume, JR. 1977. Industrial Archaeology of Scotland. 233.
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Record last edited
Sep 12 2022 9:18AM
