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Monument record TQ 76 NW 422 - Goods Yard, Rochester Common
Summary
Site of a goods yard built by the South Eastern Railway on its extension towards Chatham.
Location
| Grid reference | TQ 74705 68332 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TQ76NW |
| Civil Parish | ROCHESTER & CHATHAM, MEDWAY, KENT |
| County | KENT |
| Unitary Authority | MEDWAY |
Map
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Site of a goods depot constructed by the South Eastern Railway from its Chatham extension, 1891-2. It was accessed by an incline from the extension line (an incline remains), and crossed by a footbridge (demolished) to give access to Blue Boar Pier. Remained in use till 1960s, But site now cleared for regeneration.
Jim Preston Personal Communication (Verbal communication). SKE13236.
Jim Preston Personal Communication (Verbal communication). Ske13236.
AOC Archaeology, 2008, Archive Report on Archaeological Works (Phases II-IV): Rochester Riverside Kent (Unpublished document). SKE31289.
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
- Intrusive Event: Archaeological Works (Phases II-V): Rochester Riverside Kent (EKE14804)
Record last edited
Sep 4 2015 11:58AM