Netheravon Dovecote, Netheravon, Wiltshire
Netheravon dovecote is an excellent example of an early 18th century dovecote. It is typical of its period with a tiled pyramid-shaped roof with two dormers on the south side and is topped by a wooden lantern with a ball finial. Dovecotes were a ‘living larder’ like large fish-ponds that were also a feature of medieval life. Doves were a source of fresh meat in winter and also provided eggs and fertiliser. This property is in the care of English Heritage (2011). Read more.
