The 'Lock-Up' - on West Hill, Dartford
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The 'Lock-Up' - on West Hill, Dartford
Image: © Brian Chadwick Taken: 11 Aug 2010
The 'Lock-up' was Dartford's first police station which was built in 1843. It had four cells and, in 1872, was replaced by a new station in Highfield Road. The 'Lock-up' was then used as accommodation for tramps in conjunction with the neighbouring workhouse and later for drying clothing from the workhouse and hospital. It is sad to see the demise of a building which once had significant use and an important part of Dartford's social history.
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Image Location
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