NHER 23225 (Monument record) - Tong's Drain
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Summary
An artificial watercourse built by Vermuyden in 1653 from Salter's Lode to Stowbridge to relieve pressure on the River Great Ouse. In 1987 the northeast end had become dry, the drainage having been diverted.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Location
| Map sheet | TF50SE |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | NORDELPH, WEST NORFOLK, NORFOLK |
| Civil Parish | STOW BARDOLPH, WEST NORFOLK, NORFOLK |
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Full Description
Built by Vermuyden in 1653 from Salter's Lode to Stowbridge to relieve pressure on the Great Ouse. Its northeast end is now dry, the drainage having been diverted.
E. Rose (NAU) 28 January 1987.
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Record last edited
May 3 2018 8:44AM