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Lewes Castle Barbican

Greensand

  • Sedimentary
  • Sandstone
  • Middle Cretaceous

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Location of Geological Feature
Greensand is used in the inner curve of the arch and is also scattered amongst the other sandstone masonry.
Rock Type
Sandstone
Geological Age
Middle Cretaceous
Quarry Location
Sussex, England UK
Category
Sedimentary
Nearest station
Lewes
Address
Castle Gate BN7 1YE
Date of build
14th Century
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Stone identified by Ruth Siddall.
Lewes Castle Barbican — Greensand
Greensand at Lewes Castle Barbican
    Entry submitted by Ruth Siddall

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