Ruins Of Dovecote 70 Metres To North Of Lower Halwyn

The ruins of a dovecote, likely dating from the 16th century, are located 70 metres north of Lower Halwyn. The structure is built from slate stone rubble and features a battered base. It was probably originally circular in shape, similar to other dovecotes found at St Breoke and the Vicarage in Tintagel. Approximately half of the dovecote remains, consisting of a semi-circular wall with a battered base on the north-west side. The walls stand about 8 metres high, although the roof is completely missing. The inner face still shows intact pigeon holes. Inside the dovecote, a corrugated iron shed has been constructed. This dovecote was likely once part of the Manor of Halwyn, which has some remaining ruins directly to the north-west.