The Square, Elham in 2001
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The Square, Elham in 2001
Image: © John Baker Taken: 22 May 2001
The Square, or Old Market Place, dates from 1251, when Edward I granted a market to the village. This was held here every Monday until the latter part of the 18th century and it was long renowned for the quality of its leather and hides; it continued spasmodically until 1830. The King’s Arms is seen from across The Square and has been an inn for over 400 years. It was formerly known as the Cock Inn, in the days when cock fighting took place in premises at the rear. On the right hand side of the building is an entrance that was used by horse-drawn coaches to gain entry to the yard beyond. Just to the right of the King’s Arms is Corner Cottage, which may be the oldest timber-framed building in Elham but the outside has been completely plastered over. It is situated on the corner of Cock Lane, which has reverted to its former name after being called Market Lane in the past.
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51.152742
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1.111854