TQ 454529. Hosey Common Ragstone Mine. Survey and archaeological examination was commenced in 1975 of a derelict set of mined galleries beneath Hosey Common. They are the remains of an extensive mine excavated to extract Kentish Ragstone. The history of the mine is completely unknown but there are indications of a considerable period of disuse. (1) Mines believed to have originated in C17, worked by pillar and stall. Four areas of excavation found plus sledge marks in floor. Several roof falls have partly blocked the mine. (2)

<1> Arch Cant 91 1975 184 (R F Le Gear) (OS Card Reference). SKE36034.

<2> Not applicable, SMR Kent uncatalogued index entry, KURG 1991 Kent and E Sussex Underground (Meresborough) (Miscellaneous Material). SKE6440.