Building record 1160/308/1 - 28 Lorne Road
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Summary
Robinson Footwear (Formerly F.Cant Currier/Leather Dresser). This small shoe factory or workshop was originally built c1875 as a stable and cart-shed, and is situated in a yard to the rear of 28 Lorne Road. It is of brick construction and originally had slate roofs, now partially replaced with metal sheeting. The buildings were adapted for shoemaking in 1957, and in 1999 remained in use for the manufacture of orthopaedic and bespoke footwear. Access to the yard is via a cart entrance passing through the frontage house.
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Type and Period (3)
Full Description
{1} c.1875 workshop, cartshed and stable.
<1> ENGLISH HERITAGE, 2000, Northamptonshire Boot and Shoe Survey, Site 3 (Catalogue). SNN105075.
<2> Undated, Robinson Footwear, 28 Lorne Road, Northampton, BF103439 (Archive). SNN113728.
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Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SP 75526 61314 (13m by 7m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | NORTHAMPTON, West Northamptonshire (formerly Northampton District) |
Protected Status/Designation
Other Statuses/References
- NRHE HOB UID: 1304177
Record last edited
Feb 4 2025 7:13PM
