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Monument record TR 04 NW 53 - Site of lime kiln and quarry, Soakham Farm, Boughton Aluph
Summary
A diused quarry is located at Soakham Farm in Boughton Aluph. Within the pits are two limekilns that were believed to have been in operation around 1877. These features are marked on the Ordnance Survey historic maps within the chalk pits. The pits remain today and are thought to contain farm buildings.
Location
| Grid reference | TR 0372 4882 (point) FCE |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TR04NW |
| County | KENT |
| District | ASHFORD, KENT |
| Civil Parish | BOUGHTON ALUPH, ASHFORD, KENT |
Map
Type and Period (2)
Full Description
A pair of Kilns ( at Tr 0372 1882 and tr 0373 4878 ) in a large pit adjacent to Soakham Farm on White Hill road were aparently operating in 1877.(1) The pit survives, possibly with modern farm buildings in it.
<1> Not applicable, SMR Kent uncatalogued index entry, OS 1st ed map(1877) (Miscellaneous Material). SKE6440.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SKE6440 Miscellaneous Material: Not applicable. SMR Kent uncatalogued index entry. OS 1st ed map(1877).
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Jan 30 2007 2:42PM