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Monument record TQ 73 SW 2 - Site of Frith furnace, near Starvegoose Bank, Hawkhurst
Summary
The site of an iron furnace is indicated by the remains of a Pond bay. Iron slag has been found below the bay, as well as a small circular round of broken brick. Thought to be the debris of the furnace house of Frith Furnace.
Location
| Grid reference | TQ 7363 3253 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TQ73SW |
| County | KENT |
| District | TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT |
| Civil Parish | HAWKHURST, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT |
Map
Type and Period (2)
Full Description
<1> Wealden Iron 1931 320-1 (E Straker) (OS Card Reference). SKE51297.
<2> F1 ASP 15.02.63 (OS Card Reference). SKE42111.
<3> Field report for monument TQ 73 SW 2 - February, 1963 (Bibliographic reference). SKE3718.
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Jun 30 2021 1:03PM