Almshouses at East Street, Harrietsham
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Almshouses at East Street, Harrietsham
Image: © Marathon Taken: 1 Apr 2014
These attractive almshouses are to be found along East Street, to the south-east of Harrietsham and on the other side of the A20 from the main village. The inscription over the central doorways says "These Alms houses were founded and endowed Anno 1642 by MARK QUESTED Esqr. a Native of this Place, and a Member of the Worshipful Company of FISHMONGERS of LONDON. Rebuilt Anno 1770 at the expence of the said Company. For a list of the wardens see http://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3911842
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Image Location
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51.240074
Longitude
0.679861