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Summary

Early 20th century signs, Grade II listed in association with the adjacent canal bridge and lock

Associated Legal Designations or Protected Status

• Listed Building (II) 1117230: DREWEATTS BRIDGE AND LOCK AT SU 411673

Other Statuses and Cross-References

• Berkshire SMR No. (pre 2000): 05050.58.011
  

Monument Type(s):

• ROAD SIGN (Early 20th century to Mid 20th century - 1901 AD? to 1950 AD?)

Full Description

Included in listing description:
2, early C20, GWR weight restriction signs, 1 at NE corner, 1 at SW corner of bridge. Cast-iron, lozenge-shaped signs with raised lettering, mounted on iron stanchions. The Kennet & Avon Canal was constructed between 1794-1810. John Rennie was principal engineer. <1>
The GIS points for these signs are approximately placed using the Listed Building description of their location, but a field check has not been carried out.

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