If you've ever wondered how your local heritage is looked after by Tory Erewash, just have a look at the Hoffman Kiln at the former Oakwell Brickworks in Ilkeston. The kiln was built sometime between 1899 and 1913 and has been redundant since 1966.
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| HOFFMAN KILN AT ILKESTON |
Owned by Tata Steel, which is a multi billion pound organisation, it is being left to rot. The kiln is one of about a dozen left in this Country. This building is part of both our local and also our National heritage and because of its rarity it has been listed as Grade 11.
The kiln is hidden in a bosky glade and approaching it is almost like stumbling upon an Aztec Temple in a jungle. It is now protected by a high steel fence which rather ruins the effect, albeit it helps protect the edifice from vandals. What this bit of heritage needs however is restoration and expert attention. What it is receiving is total neglect by Erewash. Soon there may be nothing to save and another piece of our local history will bite the dust. RIP (Rust in peace.)
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