Solva limekilns

[1] The row of four linked limekilns is located on the south side of the harbour above the high water line at the base of the Gribyn headland.

The kilns are built from rubble stone and include the foundation outline of a watchman's hut.

[1] The kilns are circular, with wall thickness ranging from 50 to 100 centimeters (20 to 39 inches).

[2] There were originally twelve limekilns in Solva and the burning of limestone was one of the main industries of the village.

An 1811 report about the village describes "the hot vapour, and the dirt and noise of carting incident to them, make them very offensive proving a great drawback on a residence".