Buffels Bay Lime Kiln
It was built for lime production trade. The kiln sits within a rocky, semi natural landscape typical of the mountain slopes, which would have provided both the limestone and fuel needed for lime production. Furthermore, the kilns utilised the limestone deposits of the area, which were essential for lime production. The rocky terrain also supported the construction and operation of the kiln.
The first kiln was built to burn limestone in 1860 and became part of the lime trade in the Cape, which supplied building material for the growing settlements. It also has a doubler barrel kiln which is interesting in that one side could be burning while the other was being recharged thus increasing efficiency and limiting the amount of down time. The kiln demonstrates industrial heritage and early colonial ingenuity in resource use and construction technology.
GPS Waypoints: 34°18'22.4"S 18°27'42.3"E