The Dovecote, Beddington Park
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The Dovecote, Beddington Park
Image: © Rich Tea Taken: 7 May 2008
The dovecote dates from the early 18th century and is probably the largest in existence. It would have supplied pigeon meat and eggs. The doorway of East Lodge is on the left, built 1877 according to the date over the door.
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Image Location
Latitude
51.37253
Longitude
-0.140329