Hadlow, The King's Head c.1950
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H461006
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Hadlow lies in the Medway valley close to Tonbridge. A car is turning by the King's Head, with the eccentric Hadlow tower looming over the roofs in the background. This was constructed in the early 19th century by Walter May so that he could enjoy a prospect of the sea; however, the South Downs prevented his dream from being realised. In 1823, William Cobbett on one of his 'Rural Rides' was much impressed by the tower, calling it 'the most singular thing I have ever seen'. It is now protected by a preservation order.
An extract from Villages of Kent Photographic Memories.
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