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Clokes Mill a028901
Filename: aa028901.jpg
Size: 3891 x 5641 (6.1MB)
Date: 16th June 2021
Source: Historic England
Credit: A© Francis Matthew Shea, Histori
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
Job Title: Photographer
© Francis Matthew Shea
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Clokes Mill a028901
Clokes Mill, Waltham, Canterbury, Kent. A derelict smock mill known as Clokes Mill, photographed in June 1930. This mill appears to have disappeared by about 1931 and was replaced by a store or garage
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Media ID 21160617
© Francis Matthew Shea
Corn Mill Derelict Or Ruin Smock Mill Windmill
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This print captures the essence of a bygone era, showcasing Clokes Mill in all its derelict glory. Located in Waltham, Canterbury, Kent, this smock mill stood tall and proud until June 1930 when it was immortalized through the lens of Francis Matthew Shea. The mill's weathered exterior tells a story of time's relentless passage and the inevitable decay that befalls even the most majestic structures. Once a bustling corn mill powered by wind, Clokes Mill now stands as a haunting reminder of an industry long past. Its dilapidated state evokes a sense of melancholy yet sparks curiosity about its rich history. One can only imagine the countless grains that were ground within these walls and the lives intertwined with its operation. Interestingly, shortly after this photograph was taken, Clokes Mill mysteriously vanished from sight by around 1931. In its place emerged what appears to be either a store or garage—a testament to progress and changing times. Francis Matthew Shea's expert composition allows us to appreciate both the architectural beauty and poignant demise of this once-thriving landmark. Through his lens, we are transported back in time to witness an important chapter in England's industrial heritage—where technology met tradition on windswept hillsides. As we gaze upon this remarkable image today, let us reflect on how fleeting our human endeavors can be while cherishing those remnants left behind as reminders of our collective past.
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