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Monument record TQ 83 SW 28 - Site of Hemsted Brickworks, near Benenden School, Benenden
Summary
The remains of an 18th century brickworks are located in the grounds of Benenden school. The Hemsted Brickworks operated in the 18th century and is marked on an estate plan from 1779. Two brick firing tunnels are all that remain.
Location
| Grid reference | TQ 8004 3403 (point) FCE |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TQ83SW |
| County | KENT |
| District | TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT |
| Civil Parish | BENENDEN, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT |
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
TQ 80053403. In the grounds of Benenden school is the site of Hemsted Brickworks which operated in the 18th century (shown on an estate plan of 1779. Two brick firing tunnels remain. (1-2)
<1> Pers. comm. M C Lebon 1988 (OS Card Reference). SKE48513.
<2> Archaeologia Cantiana 87 1972 238 (M C Lebon) (OS Card Reference). SKE37328.
Sources/Archives (2)
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (1)
- Intrusive Event: HEMSTED, 1970-71 (Ref: EI 21407) (EKE4414)
Record last edited
Jul 30 2024 2:41PM