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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

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  • Council North Ayrshire
  • Parish Largs
  • Former Region Strathclyde
  • Former District Cunninghame
  • Former County Ayrshire

Site Management (31 July 2009)

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)

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