Monument record WBG 221 - Location of 19th century Roman Cement manufacturing site

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Summary

Site was previously ocucpied by a kiln and windmill used in manufacturing Roman Cement in the 19th century

Location

Grid reference Centred TM 2736 4937 (45m by 47m)
Map sheet TM24NE
Civil Parish WOODBRIDGE, SUFFOLK COASTAL, SUFFOLK

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Type and Period (2)

Full Description

The location of a former Roman Cement manufacturing site comprising a kiln and windmill for grinding the cement. The site was owned by William Lockwood who was a Portland Cement and Roman Cement manufacturer and who moved to Woodbridge in 1802. He constructed a number of properties nearby this site showcasing Roman Cement which included a large castellated home for his family named The Castle just south of St John's Church (demolished in the 1960s), and also a house for his parents know as The Little Castle which is extant and grade II listed (National Ref.1183220). He also constructed the nearby grade II listed St John's Church (National Ref.1031016). (S1) (S2)

Sources/Archives (2)

  • <S1> Newsletter: Pankhurst, C.J.. 2001. Suffolk Industrial Archaeology Society Newsletter. No.75.
  • <S2> Web Page: Merrett, R.P.. Woodbridge Virtual Museum: The Lockwoods - Builders.

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Protected Status/Designation

  • None recorded

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Record last edited

Apr 15 2026 3:10PM

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