THIS PUMP WAS FIRST
ERECTED IN ROCHESTER IN
1763
IT WAS RESTORED AND
PLACED HERE IN 199[5?]
Manufacturer: Unk.
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Medway |
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A horse-driven pump at Rochester, Medway. An inscription reads:. | |||
WELL PUMP ---------- This horse powered pump was installed by Charles Dickens at Gads Hill Place, Higham in 1857. It was brought to its present site for preservation in 1973. |
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| Markings: None other discernible. Manufacturer: Unk. |
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A fine old stone pump at Rochester, Medway, carrying a lamp and, on one side, an inspection panel. Photo supplied by Paul Snelling - thanks, Paul. The presence of the plastic bowl suggests that the pump might be in working order. A plaque reads: | |||
THIS PUMP WAS FIRST ERECTED IN ROCHESTER IN 1763 IT WAS RESTORED AND PLACED HERE IN 199[5?] |
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| Markings: None other. Manufacturer: Unk. |
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