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Monument record TQ 83 SW 7 - Possible beacon site, Beacon Hill, Benenden
Summary
A 16th century Beacon is thought to have formerly existed at an unknown location in Benenden. William Lambarde's "carde" of c.1570 shows a beacon at Rolvenden and a total of 52 beacons in Kent. The beacon system dropped out of use after 1640. Placename evidence in this area indicates it may also have been the site of a Beacon. Inspection of Beacon Hill has so far provided no evidence this this was once the site of such a structure.
Location
| Grid reference | TQ 8244 3241 (point) Estimated from sources |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TQ83SW |
| County | KENT |
| District | TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT |
| Civil Parish | BENENDEN, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT |
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
<1> Arch Cant 46 1934 facing p 77 (OS Card Reference). SKE35204.
<2> F1 ASP 01-APR-65 (OS Card Reference). SKE41863.
<3> Field report for monument TQ 83 SW 7 - April, 1965 (Bibliographic reference). SKE4340.
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Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Aug 23 2021 1:56PM