Saltworks, Newtown
Newtown Salt Pans (1810/11)
Saltworks existed around Newtown Creek from Norman times - in the 17th centuary there were 7 saltworks in operation, by the time production ceased in about 1880, there were only 3 remaining.
The saltpans were subsequently used as a basis for the oyster beds.
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Salt Works(By Admin: last updated - 10 Nov 2018)
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