Cocking Lime Works, Abandoned chalk quarry in West Sussex, England.
The chalk quarry and lime production facility spans across 3 hectares of land on the South Downs, featuring remaining industrial structures and geological formations.
Records indicate the beginning of lime extraction at this location in 1715, with two lime kilns operating for construction and agricultural purposes.
The site represents the industrial development of West Sussex through its role in producing Midhurst White bricks and agricultural materials for local communities.
The quarry remains under management by the Cowdray Estate, with restricted access and occasional use for local chalk extraction activities.
An earthquake in September 1833 caused a fatal rockfall in the chalk pit, marking a significant event in the quarry's operational history.
GPS coordinates: 50.94695,-0.75230
Latest update: March 4, 2025 14:47
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