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Monument record TQ 77 SE 156 - Site of a Limekiln at Dale Hole, Frindsbury
Summary
A chalk pit known as Dale Hole was depicted on a 1768 map as disused. This was later reopened and may be associated with lime kilns operated 'in Wainscott' in 1838 by Thomas Gransden.
Location
| Grid reference | TQ 7499 7054 (point) FCE |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TQ77SW |
| County | KENT |
| Civil Parish | FRINDSBURY EXTRA, MEDWAY, KENT |
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Dale Hole chalk pit depicted on a 1768 map when disused was later reopened and Thomas Gransden operated lime kilns 'in Wainscott' in 1838, the exact site of which may have been at the pit. (1)
<1> Not applicable, SMR Kent uncatalogued index entry, Pearch and Long 1987 Chalk Mining in Frindsbury (KURG) (Miscellaneous Material). SKE6440.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SKE6440 Miscellaneous Material: Not applicable. SMR Kent uncatalogued index entry. Pearch and Long 1987 Chalk Mining in Frindsbury (KURG).
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Jul 25 2007 1:55PM