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St Augustine's Abbey

Sarsen

  • Sedimentary
  • Sandstone

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Just found Sarsen in St Augustine's Abbey.

sandstone, quarried at Various locations in Kent (UK).

This stone is older than it looks — worth five minutes if you're nearby.
https://www.londonpavementgeology.co.uk/location/3998-st-augustine-s-abbey/

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Location of Geological Feature
A standing stone marking the site of St Augustine's church founded in the late seventh century CE.
Rock Type
Sandstone
Quarry Location
Various locations in Kent (UK)
Category
Sedimentary
Address
Longport, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 1PF
Date of build
Early Medieval
St Augustine's Abbey — Sarsen
    Entry submitted by Katy Whitaker

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Building stone data by Ruth Siddall, Dave Wallis and contributors. Project founded by Dave Wallis.

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