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Monument record TR 06 SW 66 - Windpump
Summary
The remains of this small smock mill stand north east of Tower Mill (TR06 SW67). Until the end of the 19th century it was used for raising water from marshy ground but is now in a ruinous state.
Location
| Grid reference | TR 011 628 (point) FCE |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TR06SW |
| County | KENT |
| District | SWALE, KENT |
| Civil Parish | FAVERSHAM, SWALE, KENT |
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Full Description
TR012628: The remains of a small Smock mill used for pumping water from marshy ground are to be found a quarter mile north-east of the tower mill (TR 06 SW 67). There were four spring sails and a cap on a simple wooden framework. It last worked at the end of the 19th century but was still standing in fair condition in 1933. It now lies forlornly on its side (1). Additional reference (2)
<1> Ind Arch of SE Eng 1978 51 (A.Haselfoot) (OS Card Reference). SKE44239.
<2> Windmills of Kent 1979 92 (J.West) (OS Card Reference). SKE51384.
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Record last edited
Nov 22 2021 4:41PM