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Obelisk base, near Delaval Hall


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The remains of an obelisk are located near Seaton Delaval Hall, on The Avenue, east of road to New Hartley. The obelisk reputedly marks the spot where Admiral George Delaval suffered a fatal riding accident on the 22nd of June, 1723.[1] The obelisk base is Grade II listed for the National Heritage List for England.

Seaton Delaval Hall Grade II Listed Admiral George Delaval (c.1667 - 1723) Historic Buildings and Monuments in Seaton Valley
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OBELISK BASE IN THE AVENUE ON EAST OF ROAD TO NEW HARTLEY - List Entry
- "Obelisk base in the Avenue, on east of road to New Hartley II Obelisk base, C18. Squared stone. Square structure with chamfered and moulded plinths and moulded cap, present height …

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Obelisk base, near Delaval Hall

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List number: 1154843
List grade: 2
County: Northumberland
Grid ref: NZ3169276305

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