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Architectural Information
  • Building type: Abbey
  • Date of construction: 1180
  • Architect: Not Assigned
  • Listing: MON
  • HB/SMR Ref: DOW037:005
  • 2nd Survey by EHS: No
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Inch Abbey, Downpatrick

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Inch Abbey, Downpatrick

Remains to near full height of choir presbytery and North transept. Partial remains of rest showing outline of abbey buildings. Sandstone dressing. Heavy mortar repairs and render over window dressing. Occasional sandstone in walls

Building Stone Information

Stone Type Category: Greywacke
Primary Stone Type: Greywacke
Secondary Stone Type: Scrabo Sandstone
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Stonework Construction: Un-coursed rubble
Stonework Condition: Primary stone is in good condition with no significant evidence of deterioration. Sandstone shows some evidence of surface loss primarily through granular disintegration and bedding-plane erosion
Condition Assessment (QUB): 1

 

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