Chilworth Gunpowder Mills, a Guildford Borough Council wood

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The East India Company founded the Gunpowder Mills in 1626 powered by the Tilling Bourne and it was in use for over 300 years. There are many interesting remains visible throughout this woodland. More recently dormice have been found breeding here.

Stephen
added 17.10.2011

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Near: Guildford, Surrey
Grid ref: TQ029475 (?)

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