God's Bridge 2 limekiln, East Mellwaters (East Mellwaters)
Lime-Kiln detail. 1995
God' s Bridge 2 Limekiln from the south. 1995
A 19th century limekiln stands at this site. It was disused by 1919. Limestone was burnt in ovens like this to make lime, which was used to make cement or improve soil quality. The remains can still be seen.
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