Dovecote Approximately 50 Metres North Of Coln Manor

This dovecote, located approximately 50 meters north of Coln Manor, dates from the mid to late 17th century. It is constructed of random rubble limestone and features a stone slate roof. The building has a square shape with parapet gables on each side. Each gable includes a loft-level, two-light recessed cavetto mullioned opening with a hoodmould. There is a continuous upper floor level string course. On the east side, there is a doorway with a timber lintel and a four-panel door. At the center of the dovecote, there is a square lantern topped with a pyramidal roof and a ball finial. Inside, the walls are lined with numerous pigeon holes and anti-rat string courses, and there is a single tie beam. The dovecote occupies an important position on the northern approach to the village.