Ruin of old limekiln at Boddin Point near Montrose

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The most prominent feature at Boddin Point is the old limekiln. The limekiln dates back to the 1700s but may be older and is one of the largest in the east coast of Scotland. The kiln was constructed on the orders of the local landowner, Robert Scott, of nearby Dunninald Castle, on the discovery of a rich seam of limestone which is apparent here, and consists of three kiln shafts. The idea was that ships could call in to the natural harbour here at Boddin Point to deliver coal from Fife to facilitate the burning of the limestone and then take away the burnt lime residue. The limekiln has been in a state of collapse for many years.

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Size: 3400px × 5100px
Location: Boddin Point, Montrose
Photo credit: © Allan Coutts / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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