Skelmorlie, Measured Mile Marker
Measured Mile Marker(S) (19th Century)
Site Name Skelmorlie, Measured Mile Marker
Classification Measured Mile Marker(S) (19th Century)
Alternative Name(s) Measured Mile Marker Poles
Canmore ID 232205
Site Number NS16NE 40
NGR NS 19193 67552
Datum OSGB36 - NGR
Permalink http://canmore.org.uk/site/232205
- Council North Ayrshire
- Parish Largs
- Former Region Strathclyde
- Former District Cunninghame
- Former County Ayrshire
One remaining pole of 2 pairs of tall poles set 1 nautical mile from each other: poles set on concrete bases, with iron stays, and sights at upper level. Set amid rocks on the sea shore.
Erected for the use of ships undergoing tests and trials; these poles may not be the original ones. Surveyed by both Kyle and Frew, and Smith and Wharrie, land surveyors; checked by admiralty staff. Established by shipbuilders Robert Napier & Sons in 1866. (Historic Scotland)
