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Monument record TQ 76 NE 361 - Chalkwell, Marlborough Road, Gillingham
Summary
During building work at the rear of 221 Marlborough Road, Gillingham, a shaft was revealed. This shaft was identified as a Chalkwell, or Denehole possibly dating from the 17th century. The shaft had 4 diametrically opposing chambers.
Location
| Grid reference | TQ 7693 6801 (point) Estimated from sources |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TQ76NE |
| County | KENT |
| Civil Parish | GILLINGHAM, MEDWAY, KENT |
| Unitary Authority | MEDWAY |
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Full Description
During building work at the rear of 221 Marlborough Rd, Gillingham, a shaft was revealed. A chalkwell was found and may date from C17, but uncertain. It covers an area of 7m x 5.25m and has 4 diametrically opposing chambers with maximum height of 2.75m. It was filled with cement shortly after discovery and was not surveyed. (1)
<1> Kent Underground Research Group, 1997, Kent Underground Research Group Newsletter no. 54 (Unpublished document). SKE25129.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SKE25129 Unpublished document: Kent Underground Research Group. 1997. Kent Underground Research Group Newsletter no. 54.
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- None recorded
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Record last edited
Aug 30 2013 11:40AM