Description

18th-19th century. Linear pier; vertically set flagstones to sloping lower portion of pier to E; horizontally laid flagstones above and to end of pier. Metal cladding to most southern point of pier. Concrete clad to W side of pier. Wall built up to E. Steps built into W wall of pier provide access to vessels. Slip to W of pier; flagstone slip; concrete surface. Smaller slip extends E-wards from N point of slip.

Statement of Interest

B-Group with Pierowall, Gill Point, Storehouse. Buildings situated on Gill Pier and the later 20th century, L-plan pier to left of Gill Pier are not included in the statutory list. The pier was probably extended southwards in 19th century, and again in early 20th century. Pierowall harbour also served as in important sea plane base during the First World War. The pier and harbour helped provide a safe mooring for aircraft within the sheltered bay.

External Links

• Historic Environment Scotland Listing
• Wikidata Q77775966

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Recommended Books

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  London 1: The City of London: City of London v. 1 (Pevsner Architectural Guides: Buildings of England)
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  Norfolk 1: Norwich and North-East: Norwich and North-east v. 1 (Pevsner Architectural Guides: Buildings of England)
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  Listed Buildings, Conservation Areas and Monuments
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  Devon (Pevsner Buildings of England)
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  Building Small Projects (New Best of Fine Woodworking)
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  Lancashire: Manchester and the South-East (Pevsner Architectural Guides: Buildings of England)