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Monument record TQ 72 NE 176 - Site of a 16th century beacon, near Hawkhurst
Summary
A beacon was formerly located near Hawkhurst. This monument is shown on Lambarde's 'Carde' of c.1570. A possible indication of the site of this beacon may be suggested by a field name, 'The Beacon' or 'Danes Beacon' lying a mile to the east of Hawkhurst upon the top of a ridge. In total c.56 beacons were recorded across Kent on Lambarde's 'Carde' but rarely does any evidence of these structures remain. No further information was avialable.
Location
| Grid reference | TQ 7772 2994 (point) Estimated from sources |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TQ72NE |
| County | KENT |
| District | TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT |
| Civil Parish | HAWKHURST, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT |
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
<1> Arch Cant 46 1934 77 (OS Card Reference). SKE35193.
<2> Tithe Map Hawkhurst 1838 (OS Card Reference). SKE50580.
<3> F1 ASP 01-APR-65 (OS Card Reference). SKE41863.
<4> Field report for monument TQ 73 SE 4 - April, 1965 (Bibliographic reference). SKE3715.
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Jun 30 2021 11:24AM