Earthwork record MAB44764 - RORA QUARRY
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Summary
Remains of a disused granite quarry that is depicted on the 1867 1st edition OS map.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NK 0663 5066 (145m by 113m) Centred at - Polygon: Known Site Extent |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NK05SE |
| Authority | Aberdeenshire |
| Civil Parish | Longside |
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Remains of a disused granite quarry that is depicted on the 1867 1st edition OS map. The quarry was operated by Hislop, Wilson and Co Ltd from 1895 to 1906. The granite was used for the polished pillars of Aberdeen City Art gallery.
VIOLET MARGARET MAY, 2000, LONGSIDE, A PARISH AND ITS PEOPLE , 349 (Bibliographic reference). SAB4997.
Other Statuses/References
- Authority: ASH;
- Old Historic Environment Record Ref: NK05SE0074;
External Links (0)
Sources/Archives (1)
- --- SAB4997 Bibliographic reference: VIOLET MARGARET MAY. 2000. LONGSIDE, A PARISH AND ITS PEOPLE . 349.
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Record last edited
Nov 29 2013 2:05PM
