Scheduled MonumentsNorthern IrelandArdsBrickworks, cf ihr 2781
KILN

Brickworks, cf ihr 2781

Ards, Northern Ireland
NISMR MonID 16106
Site type
KILN
Nation
Northern Ireland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Brickworks is a kiln site located in the Ards Peninsula, County Down, Northern Ireland. The monument represents industrial pottery or brick production activity, reflecting the exploitation of local clay resources during a period when such manufacturing was integral to regional development. The site is recorded within the Northern Ireland Sites and Monuments Record and carries official designation reference HED NI NISMR MonID 16106, indicating its recognition as a structure of archaeological interest. As with many kiln sites in Ulster, it provides evidence of craft production and local economic activity, though the precise dating and operational span of this particular installation would require consultation of detailed archaeological survey records held by the heritage authority.

Brickworks, cf ihr 2781 is a scheduled monument protected by Department for Communities NI under reference 16106. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Brickworks, cf ihr 2781?

Brickworks is a kiln site located in the Ards Peninsula, County Down, Northern Ireland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by DfC Northern Ireland (NISMR) under reference 16106.

Who is responsible for protecting Brickworks, cf ihr 2781?

Brickworks, cf ihr 2781 is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by DfC Northern Ireland (NISMR) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Ni. The official designation reference is 16106.

What other scheduled monuments are near Brickworks, cf ihr 2781?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Stone fish trap (2.5 km), Bivallate rath & possible souterrain (4 km), 2 portions of quay works and slipway (4.4 km).

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