Chimney at the former Springfield Mill, Maidstone

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The photograph on this page of Chimney at the former Springfield Mill, Maidstone by Chris Allen as part of the Geograph project.

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Chimney at the former Springfield Mill, Maidstone

Image: © Chris Allen Taken: 11 May 2024

Listed Grade II this is a remnant of the first paper mill to be entirely powered by steam. Building of the mill commenced in 1805 and it was at work by 1807. The mill closed in 2015 and has now been largely redeveloped.

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