The Dovecote associated with Marske Hall is a Grade II listed building.
It is octogonal in shape and thought to date from the early 18th century.
Marske Hall Dovecote
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Show on map Brick Train, Darlington
Show on map ‘Train’ by David Mach was unveiled by Lord Palumbo of Walbrook on 23rd June 1997
The sculpture is 23ft high by 130ft long and consists of 185,000 bricks, it represent an A4 class loco such as the Mallard
Sadberge Reservoir 1886
Show on map This reservoir at the edge of Sadberge lies disused since 1985, its vast curved walls have become a magnet to BMX stunt riders.
Some large cast iron pipework can be found in the bottom of the reservoir.
A date stone from 1886 still exist with the name “S & M W B” which I believe stands for “Stockton and Middlesbrough Water Board” looking at the vandalised wreckage on the ground I think the building was at one time castellated.
The jubilee stone in the village was found during the construction of the reservoir.
Arthur Thompson Ghostsign Middlesbrough
Show on map This sign is down an alley just off Borough Road. It mentions Arthur Thompson Auctioneer, Valuer and Estate Agent established 1866.
Judging by records held at the Teesside Archives, the company became Thompson and March Ltd around 1949, so it may predates that.
A smaller “Royal Liver Friendly Society” sign is also visible below.
Redcar Rabbit Aerials
Show on map A piece of very modern history, but something thats probably becoming rarer and fading from people memories given the huge advances since then.
The Rabbit mobile phone network started in May 1992 and operated until just December 1993 before going under, unlike modern systems you had to stand within 100m of an aerial which were advertised by wall mounted signs and it couldn’t accept incoming calls !
These two example are both within sight of the Redcar clock.
Housing Estate Art, Redcar
Show on map It seems that par for the course for getting housing development contracts these days is throwing in some public art.
These look alright now, but i’ll reserve final judgement for a few years to see if they still look good then.
Barrington School, Greatham
Show on map This stone stands on the village green in Greatham.
I have found a reference in the 1856 book “History, topography, and directory of the county palatine of Durham” by William Whellan that states.
‘The Barrington School, situated in the centre of the village, was erected in 1831 ; it is efficiently conducted, and well attended. There is also an Infant School, which was erected by subscription in 1831’
Greatham Pillbox
Show on map This well preserved and relatively grafitti free pillbox is situtated right next to the football field in Greatham.
Strangely all the loop holes and firing positions have been covered with modern bars, but the door is wide open for you to walk inside, which doesn’t make much sense.
Greatham Church School / Community Centre
Show on map A series of date stones are preserved in the wall of the current community centre. The first marks the foundation of the Greatham Church School in 1834 with the inscription ‘Non Nobis Domine’ which translates as “Not to us, O Lord”
Next is a 1878 rebuild with the inscription ‘Non Nobis Sed, Nomini Tuo Da Glorium’ which translates as “not to us, but to your name give glory” both parts being from Psalm 115
The final stone simply marks a 1928 enlargement.
Sheaf Thrower , Greatham
Show on map The Sheaf Thrower by Michael Disley was erected in 19th June 1995
It commemorates the tradition of Sheaf Throwing at the annual Greatham feast, which has been happening for 550 years.
Apparently a piece of the birds head fell off shortly after installation, but has since been repaired.