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Town Wharf
Three hundred years ago much of the business in Guildford took place here, at Town Wharf. Barges from London unloaded coal, grain and imported goods, and returned downstream with timber, beer, bark for the tanning industry and fresh food. The Treadwheel Crane is a Grade II Listed Building Link
and Scheduled Ancient Monument. Dating from the late 17th century, it is believed to be the oldest working example of its type in the country.
and Scheduled Ancient Monument. Dating from the late 17th century, it is believed to be the oldest working example of its type in the country. by N Chadwick
Created: Sun, 31 Jan 2016, Updated: Sun, 31 Jan 2016
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