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Monument record TR 04 NE 65 - Limekiln/chalk pit near Coldharbour Farm, Wye
Summary
The remains of a lime kiln have been identified in a quarry to the north of Coldharbour farm in 1995. These remains are thought to be in a poor condition and covered in undergrowth. The draw arch is thought to still be visible as is an earthwork ramp behind. A kiln also remains 3-4m wide and 2m deep on the east side of the quarry. The site is depicted as a chalk pit on the Ordnance Survey 1st and 2nd edtion maps of c.1861 - 1895.
Location
| Grid reference | TR 0705 4658 (point) FCE |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TR04NE |
| County | KENT |
| District | ASHFORD, KENT |
| Civil Parish | WYE WITH HINXHILL, ASHFORD, KENT |
Map
Type and Period (2)
Full Description
Ruinous remains of lime kiln identified in quarry above Coldharbour farm in 1995. Draw arch was visible in undergrowth with eartwork ramp behind. Kiln circular 3-4m wide with remains 2m deep. Situated on E side of quarry. (1)
<1> Not applicable, SMR Kent uncatalogued index entry, N Bannister Wye College Estate Historic Landscape Survey 1995 (Miscellaneous Material). SKE6440.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SKE6440 Miscellaneous Material: Not applicable. SMR Kent uncatalogued index entry. N Bannister Wye College Estate Historic Landscape Survey 1995.
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Jan 22 2007 3:39PM