Kentish ragstone
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Kentish ragstone is a hard grey limestone in Kent, England, drawn from the geological sequence known as the Hythe Beds of the Lower Greensand. For millennia it has been quarried for use both locally and further afield.
Archbishop's Palace, Maidstone
A new housing development in Maidstone, built using Kentish Ragstone
Yellow Flemish brick (top) contrasted with Kentish ragstone (bottom)
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Dover Castle
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Dover Castle is a medieval castle in Dover, Kent, England and is Grade I listed. It was founded in the 11th century and has been described as the "Key to England" due to its defensive significance throughout history. Some writers say it is the largest castle in England, a title also claimed by Windsor Castle.
Aerial panorama of the castle
The Roman lighthouse, later converted into a bell tower for the adjacent church
The Tour d'Ordre in 1550
The view down from the (possibly Saxon) burgh, and Harbour beyond.