Three Cliffs Lime Kilns - Gower, Wales, UK
Posted by: Superted
N 51° 34.293 W 004° 07.440
30U E 422103 N 5713985
These restored Lime Kilns sit on top of the cliff with excellent views over Three Cliffs and Oxwich Bay.
Waymark Code: WM4M7W
Location: United Kingdom
Date Posted: 09/06/2008
Views: 24
The Gower penisular had many working lime kilns in the 19th century. The lime produced from the local limestone was shipped across the Bristol Channel and used on farms in Devon and Somerset.
Car parking is available in Penmaen. To access the lime kilns it is a 15 minute walk down the footpaths to the cliff top.
Type of Oven / Kiln: Lime / Limestone
Status: Historical Site
Operating Dates: 19th Century
Additional Coordinate: N 51° 34.534 W 004° 07.664
Additional Coordinate Description: Car Parking
Website: Not listed
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