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Monument record TQ 87 NE 1037 - Beacon near mouth of Yantlett Creek, Allhallows
Summary
A Beacon is located near the mouth of Yantlett Creek. It is marked on the Ordnance Survey 3rd edition map (c.1905-1922) and appears to remain in use today. Made of a composite timber construction. Identified during an assessment of the north Kent coast by Wessex Archaeology in 2005.
Location
| Grid reference | TQ 85801 78534 (point) Approximate |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TQ87NE |
| County | KENT |
| Civil Parish | ALLHALLOWS, MEDWAY, KENT |
| Unitary Authority | MEDWAY |
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Beacon marked on the 3rd ed OS map (1). Still in use. Appears to be composite in construction though mostly of lartge squared timbers, unable to get close for more detailed observations due to deep mud (2)
<1> Ordnance Survey, 1905-10, Ordnance Survey 1:2500 3rd edition: 1901-1912 (Map). SWX11833.
<2> Wessex Archaeology, 2005, North Kent Coast Rapid Coastal Zone Assessment Survey: Phase ll: Field Assessment Year Two Report (Unpublished document). SWX12323.
Sources/Archives (2)
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
- Non-Intrusive Event: Survey, North Kent Coastal Zone: Phase ll, Year Two (Ref: 56751) (EWX8626)
Record last edited
Aug 7 2007 4:37PM